08/30/2019
Amid global uncertainties, banks in mainland China still experiencing growth, finds KPMG analysis
Mainland Chinese banks make up the second largest grouping within the Top 1,000 Banks, narrowing the gap with the US
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08/30/2019
Ranking the best local transaction banks across Asia
Asset Benchmark Research presents the top domestic banks in different markets across Asia
08/30/2019
Japan and African Development Bank announce $3.5 billion in support of Africa’s private sector development
Both Japan and the Bank have set a target of $1.75 billion each, from 2020-2022, to enhance the fourth phase of EPSA to spur private-sector-led sustainable and inclusive growth in Africa.
08/30/2019
Many ultra-rich Indians are becoming jittery about their wealth
In fact, only 24% of the respondents in the survey were “very confident” about the Indian economy.
08/30/2019
Elumelu Challenges Japan – “Partner with us in Empowering African Entrepreneurs”
Mr. Elumelu’s statement captured his vision of a relationship between Japan and Africa, which prioritises economic and shared prosperity.
08/29/2019
Members still lack group insurance awareness: MetLife
The majority (60%) of members reported having concerns about their insurer paying out in the event of a claim due to distrust and industry reputation, with 42% of members specifically citing reasons of distrust.
08/29/2019
Advisers in Australia axed as AMP reduces network
In recent weeks, AMP advisers received a letter from Brian George, managing director of AMP Financial Planning, giving them different ways to leave the group, Australian specialised news outlet ifa reported.
08/28/2019
The Digital Watch, or the Hand-Made Swiss Timepiece?
As the global private banking industry struggles with its own ‘Casio’ moment, there is a valid and ongoing debate as to how far technology and digitalisation with divert the private banking model from its bespoke, hand-made culture that is so
08/28/2019
Japan Estimates Cast Doubt Over Public Pension Sustainability
Japan has one of the oldest populations in the world, due to a low birth rate and people's longevity, putting pressure on its pension system.
08/28/2019
Don't Forget The Kids
This is cleverly done via two measurers.
08/25/2019
Can India's Rich Wealth Creators Boost the Economy to $5 Trillion?
Lacklustre private investment cannot be countered by a cut in tax rates, or cuts in interest rates, or by a boost to the stock markets as 'wealth creators’ have been demanding.
08/25/2019
Sovereign Funds Target Venture Capital Funds in Southeast Asia
According to the venture capital firm, the fund was oversubscribed from its initial US$ 30 million target due to strong demand from ultra-high net worth individuals (
08/25/2019
Hedge Funds Wager China’s HNA Will Look After Foreign Investors
Conglomerate has missed some yuan-bond payments but hasn’t defaulted on any dollar bonds
08/25/2019
Equiom Champions Corporate Services Professionalism as Global Regulation Tightens
Hong Kong offers an excellent base from which to expand regionally and globally
08/23/2019
The bond between the UAE and India is timeles
Narendra Modi's launching of RuPay during his visit to the UAE is a reminder of the close human and economic ties that bring the two nations together
08/23/2019
Ex-bankers turn passion into business
Grant Ashton and Lelian Chew are two ex-bankers who created lifestyle concepts out of their love for wine and roses
08/23/2019
How offshore law is supporting the growth of new industries in Asia
The cryptocurrency and blockchain based technology sectors are also seeing a lot of interest in the region and particularly in Singapore
08/22/2019
Bank of Singapore’s Greater China assets tripled in five years
Its mortgage unit is also in a good position to target Greater China’s strong demand for real estate, with a distinct offering allowing clients to get quick financing approval in Hong Kong
08/22/2019
How Asia can protect its crazy riches
Yet Asia has a poor record of protecting its assets stranded overseas when the cycle turns.
08/22/2019
Singapore July core inflation seen slowing to near three-year low - Reuters poll
A Reuters poll of 11 economists forecast core inflation of 1.0% in July from a year earlier, versus 1.2% in June. That would mark the gauge’s smallest rate of increase since September 2016.