Managers of Wealth Asia Pacific

Singapore Dollar Is Slipping as Trade War Chips at Monetary Band

IMF urges monetary authority to follow ‘data dependent’ path

ISDA consultations on benchmark fallbacks

The first consultation sets out options for adjustments that will apply to the relevant risk-free rates

SFC Rules: Five Things to Watch Out for Wealth Managers

A once popular channel, especially for Greater China’s sophisticated investors, the clampdown will test banks appetite

Ex-JPMorgan banker faces Hong Kong bribery charges over ‘princeling’ hires

Leung, currently at MizMaa Ventures, an Israeli-U.S. tech-focused venture capital firm she co-founded, did not immediately respond to a Reuters email sent via MizMaa requesting comment.

Appleby Hongkong Advises Angelhub On Its Equity Crowdfunding Platform

The Greater Bay Area offers a lot of business opportunities - it just needs a platform to match investors with start-ups.

Australia's ASIC looks to improve complaints handling

ASIC said financial firms should view internal dispute resolution as an opportunity to resolve the issue before it is considered for filing to the Australian Financial Complaints Authority.

Appleby advises QTC Care on its USD 7 million series A financing

Vincent commented on the transaction: “QTC Care is a pioneer in the growing technology health sector in China.

Hong Kong, Netherlands Sign Mutual Recognition of Funds Agreement

"This new framework with the AFM will open up opportunities for the asset management industries in both markets and provide investors in Hong Kong and the Netherlands with more investment choices.

ASIC Raises Bar for Complaints Handling at Financial Firms

Financial firms will be required by ASIC to meet the new standards when they deal with consumer complaints through their Internal Dispute Resolution arrangements.

Alibaba’s Ma Worries EU Regulations Will Stifle Tech Innovation

With lawmakers and regulators around the world clamping down on technology companies, the European Union has become one of the fiercest critics of tech companies.

FASEA reveals exam dates

FASEA chief executive Stephen Glenfield said advisers should register as early as possible.

ANZ changes advice model, cuts Prime Access

"Our new service will give customers complete control of when and how they want to review their financial plan," ANZ managing director private banking and advice, Mike Norfolk said.

SFC Warns Brokers, Traders on Client Facilitation Conduct

Client facilitation services have been a focus area for the SFC since 2016

Appleby Hong Kong advises AngelHub on its equity crowdfunding platform

The transaction marks an important milestone for the start-up environment in Hong Kong with the HKSFC aiming to ensure its regulatory standards are in line with international regulations to build a welcoming environment for financial technology companies

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