Managers of Wealth Asia Pacific

StanChart launches SG fund structure for wealth clients

The bank has set up its first variable capital company fund umbrella in Singapore and will use this to launch a series of funds only available to high net worth clients.

Insurance Australia Group Limited surges 5.8%; individual investors who own 60% shares profited along with institutions

While individual investors were the group that reaped the most benefits after last week’s 5.8% price gain, institutions also received a 36% cut.

Pollaers to chair AFCA for another three years

Pollaers said he is excited to continue as chair of the authority.

Chubb to Acquire General Aviation Insurance Specialist in Australia

Catalyst Aviation Insurance, a managing general agent, positioned to expand Chubb's global aviation underwriting capabilities with local market presence

Fosun International Garners Four Awards from Corporate Governance Asia

Chen Qiyu and Xu Xiaoliang, Executive Directors and Co-CEOs of Fosun International win Asia's Best CEO from Corporate Governance Asia

US, Hong Kong quoted wealth manager Noah reports 19.2% Q1 revenue fall

Net revenues decreased by 18.8% from the fourth quarter of 2023, mainly due to decreases in one-time commissions.

4 advice firms merge to create Esencia Wealth

The new advice business has brought together more than 1,000 clients with a combined history of approximately 100 years.

Hedge fund Dymon expands Hong Kong office, bucking trend

The new space can seat more than 70 employees, double what its current office in the Nexxus Building can accommodate

Conduit Group Enhances Investment Offerings in Singapore Through Strategic Partnership with Kepler Cheuvreux Solutions

This collaboration is a perfect synergy, promising substantial benefits for both our organizations and the local investor community.

Schroders’ Mullins on investment team merger rationale

It also announced the departure of Stuart Dear, head of Australian fixed income, after 11 years.

KKR weighs entering private credit in Japan to challenge banks

In addition to private credit, Japan is the destination for about 40 per cent of KKR’s investment in Asia.

Maybank Singapore partners Fidelity for multi-asset strategy

The FAST- Maybank Alpha Capital & Income Opportunities Fund aims to deliver both income and capital growth opportunities, distributed exclusively by Maybank Singapore.

Brookfield Oaktree to further democratise alternatives in Australia

Consequently, the business has sought to provide different access points for wealth investors, whether they're ultra-high-net-worth individuals, family offices, or wholesale investors needing more liquidity.

Failed bond bets at Norinchukin force it to change strategy

That meant going overseas to escape Japan’s environment of negative interest rates.

CFS sources replacement managers after FSI investment team closures

These teams encompassed 10 funds combined, affecting $14 billion in assets under management.

Australian Ethical snaps up asset manager

TCorp reorganises investment team

Under the changes, current head of investment advisory Ali Parker will become head of investment research and strategy.

Rising middle class pushes wealth management potential in Vietnam

Director of AFA Capital Nguyen Minh Tuan estimated that the PFA market could reach thousands of billions of U.S. dollars, if gold and real estate assets were included.

Private Banks React to China’s Housing Rescue Package

This is the most forceful move that authorities have introduced to support the market.

Another corporate fund bites the dust

The Nissan Superannuation Plan was created in 1977 to house the retirement savings of the car manufacturer's employees.

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