09/12/2017
Rare Whisky or Cryptocurrency?
The intangible aspect of digital currencies holds back many traditional investors as they like to see.
Comment, Analysis & Research
09/12/2017
Japanese regional bank consolidation 'inevitable,' says adviser to regulator
The remarks are one of the most blunt warnings among financial regulators of the dire prospects for Japan’s crowded regional banking sector, underscoring the challenges smaller banks face in surviving a business environment made difficult by years o
09/12/2017
Asia's ageing population: A golden opportunity for business
But population ageing presents a golden opportunity as well.
09/12/2017
State Street Study Reveals Asset Owners’ Increasing Appetite for Illiquid Assets is Driving Interest in Co-Investment
The study also reveals that over the next 12 months asset owners are planning to increase their exposure to these illiquid assets.
09/12/2017
Australians need targeted wealth advice
The first one were ‘delegators’ and referred to those who knew the importance of managing their wealth, but who were too time poor to do it themselves or hire an adviser.
09/12/2017
Asian Family Offices Achieve Turnaround, UBS Says
In the latest survey of family offices, UBS received answers from 42 family offices based in the Asia Pacific region
09/12/2017
China’s Curbs on Overseas Acquisitions Helps Avert Financial Crisis
GAM’s Michael Lai looks at how China is stemming the flood of overseas investment and dealing with debt to maintain economic growth.
09/11/2017
Sovereign wealth funds boost private investments in emerging markets
With some $6.5 trillion in assets, sovereign investors already account for 19 percent of capital committed to private equity.
09/11/2017
Malaysian banks bracing for impact of new accounting standard
The only thing here is the impact on profitability subsequently.
09/11/2017
China M&A deal exodus being 'filled' by other buyers
The recent foray by non-Chinese companies has helped sustain global merger and acquisition (M&A) activity and, so far at least, seems to have avoided material demand or price downturn.
09/11/2017
Citi PH sweeps awards
This award is a validation of Citi’s successful digital tansformation.
09/11/2017
Indonesia, the next big market for Dubai Islamic Bank?
The Indonesian market has tremendous potential.
09/11/2017
Banking on FinTech: How Singapore banks are embracing FinTech today
With over 280 branches across 18 markets, DBS has won several accolades, from Asia’s Best Bank to World’s Best Digital Bank.
09/08/2017
Millennials, finance, and the future
Demographic revolution reshaping the financial services industry
09/07/2017
Goldman Sachs suspends HNA work on due diligence concerns
US investment bank determines acquisitive Chinese conglomerate falls short of its standards
09/07/2017
Is Goldman Sachs guilty of hiring and firing without a proper plan?
It wants to work more with corporate clients who trade even when volatility is low, instead of hedge funds who wait on the sidelines until volatility spikes.
09/07/2017
Japanese insurers seek new European bases to ready for Brexit
Tokio Marine, Sompo eye Luxembourg while Mitsui Sumitomo turns to Brussels
09/07/2017
Chinese money wields more clout than American muscle
Countries go shopping for best deal on investment, welcome Beijing's cash
09/07/2017
Chinese money wields more clout than American muscle
Countries go shopping for best deal on investment, welcome Beijing's cash
09/06/2017
Asia structured products house of the year: BNP Paribas
Structured Products Asia Awards 2017: Focusing closely on client needs across the entire region demonstrates an unparalleled level of co-ordination within Asia-Pacific