Managers of Wealth Asia Pacific

Citi Plans New China Investment Bank Within 18 Months

Citigroup said to hire 50 initially for securities business

Glitch-plagued Mizuho to decline reins of key Japan banking lobby

CEO Sakai has delayed handover over recent ATM outages

HSBC and Asian Development Bank join forces in $300 million vaccine financing

Vaccination levels in Asian countries have varied widely as governments deal with limited supplies, rapidly rising demand and political jockeying to secure doses.

World’s Best Investment Banks 2021: M&A

Last spring’s seize-up in the global M&A market eased as companies rethought their business plans and sought a leaner profile.

Deutsche Bank : Bankers say all aboard for great Asia SPAC merger lift-off

"These blank check companies (SPACs) have become a new dynamic force and potential merger partner for some of Asia's most innovative companies,"

Bank of East Asia to ride on AIA dominance in China after divesting insurance assets in partial victory for Paul Singer’s hedge fund

The proposed BEA-AIA alliance will compete with home rivals like HSBC and Standard Chartered in tapping Greater Bay Area potentials

Citigroup to hire up to 1,700 people as it expands operations in Hong Kong with an eye on Greater Bay Area opportunities

American bank plans to increase its technology spending, hiring as it seeks to capitalise on rising wealth in Greater Bay Area

CIMB Singapore laying off staff, closing Orchard Road branch as part of restructuring

"These will make us more resilient, more productive and better positioned for growth going forward."

Singapore Investment Banking Rebounds in Q1

ECM underwriting fees fell 42.6 percent from the same period last year to $17.1 million, while syndicated lending fees increased 51.5 percent year-on-year to $47.2 million.

Malaysia’s Kenanga obtains digital investment licence

Following its acquisition of an ETF manager.

Japanese banks' margin, profit pressure may ease as long-term rate band widens

The Bank of Japan "aimed to improve profitability of banks through a rise in long-term interest rates

HSBC Reopens Hong Kong Headquarters

The gym-linked cluster has resulted in nearly 150 cases and has prompted other financial firms, including Goldman Sachs and UBS, to encourage more work-from-home measures.

CICC Underwrites the First Financial Green Bond Issued by China Development Bank

Shanghai Clearing House will include this bond as a primary constituent in its newly-launched Carbon Neutral Bond Index, which serves as a main reference for domestic and international investors.

Aussie Start-Up Raids UBS

Even prior to the mass resignations on Monday, Barrenjoey had already been seeking ex-UBS talent in Australia.

Citi's investment bank is gearing up for a hiring spree in Asia

The bank’s has beefed up of its internal recruitment function in preparation for a broad hiring programme across ICG.

HSBC Investment Bankers Dismayed by Bonus Cuts

This is despite global banking and markets posting a 3 percent revenue, making it the only division in the bank to record a revenue increase.

Deutsche launches tool for currency-restricted Asia treasurers

The Covid-19 pandemic has prompted corporates to look afresh at automation and efficiency in their processes. Deutsche Bank sees a gap – even in currency-restricted markets.

Natixis of France to Enter South Korean Market

These days, foreign securities companies are paying more and more attention to the South Korean market.

Singapore to Become Focus of Goldman's Regional Strategy

The firm hired has hired 10 global macro traders in Singapore over the past 18

Nomura to Establish Investment Management Division

The new division will comprise investment and asset management related Nomura Group companies, including Nomura Asset Management.