Managers of Wealth Asia Pacific

Banks remain bullish on 'overbought' Japan despite near-term fears

Japanese equities are looking overheated as the Nikkei 225 closes in on a record high, but private banks continue to back the long-term corporate reform story.

DBS focuses on wealth continuum in Thailand, trims brokerage business

The Singaporean bank has communicated its ambitions for onshore Thailand, outlining its plans to rely on technology and hire experienced bankers in the country at a press briefing.

RBI Raises Remuneration Cap for Non-Executive Directors and Chairpersons in Private Banks

The Reserve Bank of India has raised the remuneration cap for non-executive directors and chairpersons in private banks

DBS Private Bank hires investment specialists for Thailand from CS

The Singaporean private bank continues to beef up its onshore and offshore Thailand teams with hires.

Raffles Family Office and NCNE sign renewable energy agreement

A unique collaboration capitalising on the possibilities presented by the deepening economic gaps between China and the Middle East.

More scalable wealth tech needed in Hong Kong

Opportunity for managers to automate, streamline processes, enhance engagement

Wealth Management Trends Transforming the Industry in 2024

Expect a renewed focus on emerging technologies, stable returns, and newer customer segments for wealth management firms.

UBS Weighs Cutting About 90 Jobs at Asia Wealth, Banking Teams

The scale of the retrenchment in private banking is one of the biggest seen in Asia and comes as wealth from the Greater China region has tumbled amid a property crisis and the faltering economy.

JPMAM Inks New Zealand Wealth Tie-Up

Under the tie-up, CIP will further develop its offering by directly accessing JPMAM’s global capabilities and expertise.

GBA wealth management scheme opens to brokers, more financial products available for purchase

Investors can now purchase a wider range of wealth management products, including deposits, bonds, equity funds, and public mutual funds.

Northern Trust AM Aims to Double International Revenues

Northern Trust Asset Management had $31.7bn in assets under management in quantitative strategies as of 30 September 2023, out of a total $1.09 trillion.

Citibank and AIA Hong Kong Celebrate a Decade of Bancassurance Partnership

The landmark exclusive strategic bancassurance partnership between Citibank and AIA commenced in 2014

Sygnum raises more than USD 40 million in interim close of oversubscribed financing round

As of the completion of this interim close the company’s post-money valuation stands at USD 900 million.

Citibank Enhances Debit Card Benefits for Top-Tier Clients and is First Bank in Singapore to Partner Mastercard in Tree Restoration Initiative

Bank launches Citigold Private Client World Elite Debit Mastercard and joins Mastercard Priceless Planet Coalition; commits to restoring a tree with every S$1,000 spent on card

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