Managers of Wealth Asia Pacific

Shifting attitudes; shaping societies

Withersworldwide’s report notes that many want to see wealthy people engage more directly, openly and actively in the debate around the better uses of wealth in society

Are Corporate Actions Being Treated Fairly? by William Rouse, Contemi

At a time of unprecedented change, when recurring demands are made on firms’ data management, processing and reporting capabilities, nobody wants to add to their operational burdens.

Sovereign wealth fund mowed down

As of Jan 3, Thailand's international reserves amounted to US$227.5 billion.

Cybersecurity Threats Call for a Global Response

Different public agencies within a country need to communicate seamlessly. And most challenging, information sharing between countries must improve.

Hiring a Retired Person in China: The Legal Issues

So if your China entity has an employee approaching mandatory retirement age and you do not want to retain that employee, what do you do?

Billion-Dollar Zen

The new mega-industry of meditation apps addresses a rise in mental health concerns, but it also brings us back to tech.

Uttama shoots down sovereign wealth fund

The baht was the top performing currency in Asia with almost a 9% gain against the US dollar in 2019.

Vistra publishes private equity research

Where Challenges Meet Opportunities’, conducted by Vistra, a leading global fund administration, trust and corporate service provider.

Watches to Celebrate Chinese New Year:

These timepieces may make you “see red” but the skilful manner in which these watchmakers have interpreted lunar new year motifs make these fairly timeless classics for use beyond the festivities

Singapore asset managers’ top concern is a worsening of US-China ties, poll finds

In spite of their concerns, respondents remain optimistic about opportunities in China, favouring the country the most for overweighting investments.

Geopolitics to shake Asia bond market, says Western Asset

In 2020, the direction of US-China relations will drive volatility in the Asian bond market, according to a fund manager at the Legg Mason affiliate.

UBS WM sees bull market continuing

Familiar headwinds will unsettle markets this year, but strong corporate earnings growth will provide opportunities, according to execs from UBS Global Wealth Management.

FSC, super sector steps up for bushfire affected

"People want to find out whether or not they've got an insurance policy," Kirwan said.

India remains strong source market for Singapore

The country is also a crucial market for Singapore in terms of Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) tourism.

Top concern for fund groups: US-China relations

Fund houses will focus on product optimisation to boost margins, according to a survey of Singapore asset managers by the Investment Management Association of Singapore (IMAS).

EMs are not a growth play, says Blackrock

Investors misunderstand emerging market equities by focussing on structural growth rather than the real opportunities for generating alpha, according to Blackrock.

China's Ultra-Wealthy Shun Preservation-Oriented Investing

Fixed income continues to top the ranks as the favorite asset class, accounting for an average of 22 percent of portfolios.

BMO survey: 2.4% of funds manage consistent top-quartile gains over last decade

13.4% achieved above-average returns

Japan retains top spot as Asia leads in passport survey

Over the past few years, the world has adapted to mobility as a permanent condition of global life.

Why ASEAN financial safety nets seem inadequate in 2020

Southeast Asia is one of the fastest-growing regional economies. However, insufficient financial safety nets leave the region economically vulnerable.

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