Managers of Wealth Asia Pacific

Clyde & Co offers Credit Suisse AT1 bondholders opportunity to seek effective public international law remedy

Clyde & Co is now planning to launch a series of investment arbitration claims

It's finally here – BNPL to be incorporated into the existing consumer credit regulatory framework

Treasury consultation on the proposed reforms is open until 9 April 2024.

Asset managers eyeing investment opportunities in growing Chinese Mainland market, says KPMG China

Hong Kong government continues to introduce new regulations to build a healthier and more stable asset management ecosystem

IFPHK and FPSB China Sign Cross-Border Collaborative Agreement

The signing ceremony was attended by distinguished delegates

BEA Partners with PAOCCRA to Enhance Loan Approval Efficiency

The approval process is as quick as three working days

ANZ agrees to settle credit cards class action

The settlement is without admission of liability and remains subject to court approval.

Appleby's Hong Kong Office Garners Two "Deals of the Year"

This USD975 million financing, facilitated by Appleby’s expertise in Bermuda and BVI law, solidified the terminal’s position as Peru’s most significant investment endeavour of 2023.

Withers represented Shun Ho Property Investments in historic mansion acquisition | Hong Kong

The strategic acquisition comes at a time when the luxury residential market in Hong Kong is witnessing a resurgence, following the government's decision to scrap all property purchase restrictions.

Singapore: Withers KhattarWong Future Female Leaders Award

As the firm celebrates its 50th anniversary in Singapore, this award reflects and underscores our commitment to fostering leadership and advancing gender empowerment within the legal profession.

Carey Olsen shortlisted for Chambers Asia-Pacific and Greater China Region Awards 2024

Nominees are selected based on extensive research and thousands of interviews conducted by a team of over 200 analysts

Appleby's Hong Kong Office Advises WK Group (Holdings) Limited

The net proceeds from the share offer will be used for financing the up-front costs of WK Group’s projects

Maples Group Excels Winning Six China Deals of the Year 2023

In a year marked by intense competition, this is a remarkable achievement for the Maples Group.

ASIC cancels AFS licence of Suetonius Wealth Management Pty Limited

ASIC had suspended Suetonius’ AFS licence from 17 November 2023 to 28 February 2024

ASIC and APRA release a cross-industry information package on the Financial Accountability Regime

The regulators intend to engage further with industry as part of the consultation and implementation process over coming months.

APRA removes National Australia Bank’s operational risk capital add-on

APRA is now satisfied that NAB has completed its remediation program and adequately addressed the issues raised in its risk governance self-assessment.

1MDB scandal has consequences worth millions for Ticino bank

But the verdict is just another step in the corruption scandal surrounding the Malaysian sovereign wealth fund 1MDB, as it turns out.

APRA and ASIC issue final rules and further guidance for the Financial Accountability Regime

In doing so, the FAR aims to improve the risk and governance cultures of those financial institutions.

Hong Kong’s ‘cutting-edge’ central bank digital currency pilot burnishes blockchain credentials, boosts international financial hub status, HKMA’s Yue says

‘We’ve always been at the cutting edge of the whole blockchain evolution, including CBDCs,’ Hong Kong Monetary Authority CEO tells the Post

APRA revokes Islamic Bank’s restricted banking licence

Islamic Bank’s decision to request a revocation of its restricted ADI licence does not prejudice any future application it may make for a restricted ADI or ADI licence.

Fraudulent website and phishing instant messages related to Fubon Bank (Hong Kong) Limited

The HKMA wishes to remind the public that banks will not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks which direct them to the banks’ websites to carry out transactions.

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