Managers of Wealth Asia Pacific

Which is the most consistent Asia Pacific fund?

As many Asian countries mark the Lunar New Year, there is only one fund in the Asia Pacific ex Japan sector that has consistently outperformed the index each of the last five years.

The trouble with best financial interests duty

The best interest covenant derived from case law and there is already a financially focussed covenant for trustees that was introduced a few years ago, Cambrell said, adding that she does not see why this latest reform was necessary

Hong Kong public focuses on financial wellbeing, retirement planning and health amid pandemic, Manulife survey shows

The majority of Hong Kongers (55%) also say that retirement planning has become more important since COVID-19 started.

Jack Ma Sighting: Golfing in Hainan

Ma’s golf outing is an indicator that the tech pioneer may have thus far avoided some of the worst outcomes speculated by many such as imprisonment or government seizure of assets.

Will inflation start raging in the year of the metal ox?

Massive stimulus measures fuel worries, but normalization of monetary policy appears unlikely

Thailand’s 2nd largest bank set for Vietnam entry

Thailand was the seventh-largest foreign investor in Vietnam last year with $292 million, according to the Ministry of Planning and Investment.

Missing Opportunities? A Review of Gender Diversity on Hong Kong Boards’

The report illustrates the inadequate representation of women on Hong Kong boards of listed companies.

Commentary: Singapore's game plan to court more billionaires to come here is paying off

Besides low tax rates, Singapore’s regulatory changes are attracting more family offices to set-up here and that could have a multiplier effect on the economy, says David Kuo.

AMP shrinks as it sweats on takeover bid

AMP shares closed Wednesday at $1.54, or 17 per cent lower than Ares’ $1.85 per-share takeover offer.

Employers not considering pay adjustments despite remote working trend: Survey

The poll of 1,500 or so organisations around the world conducted from Dec 7 to 15 found as well that only 32 per cent of employees are expected to return to the office once the pandemic is over.

AMP backs campaign for digital awareness this Safer Internet Day

To curb this and spread awareness, we’re all encouraged to think about our own online activity this ‘Safer Internet Day.

GBA sees strong demand for cross-border financial products

Many investors still worried about setting up accounts and transferring funds offshore, but providers urged to act now

Comment: A moment in emerging markets as risk premium returns

There are, however, existing tailwinds which could give investors comfort in overweighting the EM risk premium within an equity portfolio this year.

When is the right time to soft close a fund?

Knowing when to soft close a fund can be a difficult but necessary decision for a firm as it navigates the balance between gaining more assets and achieving fund outperformance, according to Lakehouse.

Herbert Smith Freehills launches 2021 Guide to Dispute Resolution in Asia Pacific

The guide has been compiled by our network of Herbert Smith Freehills disputes specialists, with the assistance of local counsel in certain jurisdictions, led by Gareth Thomas and Priya Aswani.

Billionaires profit from pandemic: Report

The majority of the 295 economists from around the world canvased in the survey predict the pandemic will fuel income inequality in their respective countries.

China should stop setting annual GDP targets, central bank adviser says

Growth is expected to accelerate to 8.4 per cent this year, according to a Reuters poll, which would mark the fastest rate expansion in a decade.

Hong Kong: Banker Exits Met With Unusual Agency Calls

The aforementioned report added that financial exits out of Hong Kong would be higher if not for the disruption caused by the coronavirus pandemic.

How to move to the UK from Hong Kong

International Adviser spoke to Quilter International and Charlton House Wealth Management to discuss the financial advice Hong Kong locals need before making the big move

Minister Airlangga Criticized for Keeping His Covid-19 Case a Secret

He argues that this would make it difficult to conduct contact tracing to effectively contain a circle of coronavirus transmission.

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