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https://asia.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.pngManagers of Wealth - AsiaKohanaPHPNoah Holdings and ARK Wealth Management Win Top Honors from Asian Private Banker and Euromoney, Highlighting Expertise in Connecting Chinese Wealth to Global MarketsNews TeamWednesday, April 15, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77711/noah-holdings-and-ark-wealth-management-win-top-honors-from-asian-private-banker-and-euromoney-highlighting-expertise-in-connecting-chinese-wealth-to-global-markets
These recognitions place Noah alongside leading international and domestic private banks, highlighting its deep onshore market expertise and expanding global capabilities.Wealth and Asset ManagementStandard Chartered brings crypto into private bankingNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, April 15, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77712/standard-chartered-brings-crypto-into-private-banking
Global wealth head says custody will anchor digital asset push, stays bullish on AI-led marketsWealth and Asset ManagementPrivate bankers entice wealth managers with fat pay in fight for Taiwan’s newly richNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, April 15, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77719/private-bankers-entice-wealth-managers-with-fat-pay-in-fight-for-taiwanamprsquos-newly-rich
Taiwan’s wealthy face growing urgency to manage their fortunes.Wealth and Asset ManagementTechcombank Private redefines wealth management in VietnamNews Aggregation TeamMonday, April 13, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77695/techcombank-private-redefines-wealth-management-in-vietnam
With assets growing, the elite are no longer seeking short-term investment opportunities but are shifting their focus towards a comprehensive management model.Wealth and Asset ManagementTwo Sydney-based wealth managers mergeNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, April 08, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77672/two-sydney-based-wealth-managers-merge
The wealth management business of Edney Ryan Group has split off and merged with Minchin Moore Private Wealth as the former turns its focus on other professional services.Wealth and Asset ManagementMinchin Moore, Edney Ryan Wealth Management mergeNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77664/minchin-moore-edney-ryan-wealth-management-merge
The partnership will support Integro's focus on expanding the firm's presence across the nation and deepens capability through integrated advice solutions.Wealth and Asset ManagementMizuho, Asset Management One, and SPARX Asset Management to collaborate on asset management business News TeamWednesday, April 01, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77646/mizuho-asset-management-one-and-sparx-asset-management-to-collaborate-on-asset-management-business
Based on this agreement, the three firms will provide Japanese investors with valueadded investment management services and products.Wealth and Asset ManagementManulife Wealth & Asset Management Completes Acquisition of Schroders IndonesiaNews TeamWednesday, April 01, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77647/manulife-wealth-ampamp-asset-management-completes-acquisition-of-schroders-indonesia
Together, the combined platform will offer enhanced scale, deeper investment resources, and a broader suite of solutions designed to deliver attractive long–term outcomes across market cycles.Wealth and Asset ManagementChina’s HNW investors are abandoning property, providing an opportunity for wealth managersNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, April 01, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77650/chinaamprsquos-hnw-investors-are-abandoning-property-providing-an-opportunity-for-wealth-managers
Property is no longer trusted as a store of value, driving HNW wealth into equities, fixed income, and offshore structures and creating a clear advisory opportunity for private wealth managers, writes Heike van den HoevelWealth and Asset ManagementHSBC Singapore unveils refreshed mobile app with expanded wealth servicesNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, March 31, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77640/hsbc-singapore-unveils-refreshed-mobile-app-with-expanded-wealth-services
Customers can customise their homepage and have access to enhanced wealth tools.Wealth and Asset ManagementRBC BlueBay appoints Camilla Love as Head of Australia & New ZealandNews TeamThursday, April 16, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77722/rbc-bluebay-appoints-camilla-love-as-head-of-australia-ampamp-new-zealand
Based in Sydney, Camilla will report into RBC BlueBay’s Head of Distribution, Anthony Pickering.Executive MovesOCBC Appoints Fernando Baay as Private Banking Head in IndonesiaNews Aggregation TeamThursday, April 16, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77723/ocbc-appoints-fernando-baay-as-private-banking-head-in-indonesia
Baay, formerly with Julius Baer, Credit Suisse, and Citi Private Bank, will implement a ‘one bank’ strategy leveraging OCBC Indonesia’s platform.Executive MovesPacific Equity Partners adds four to local teamNews Aggregation TeamThursday, April 16, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77726/pacific-equity-partners-adds-four-to-local-team
The private equity giant has welcomed Luke Porter as associate director within the PEP Gateway team.Executive MovesJBWere confirms key senior advice appointmentsNews Aggregation TeamThursday, April 16, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77727/jbwere-confirms-key-senior-advice-appointments
Michael Saadie, CEO of JBWere, welcomed Walsh and Smoker to the team, particularly in the wake of Alexandra Campbell’s recent appointment as the firm’s new Chief Investment Officer.Executive MovesDBS names new Chief Sustainability OfficerNews TeamWednesday, April 15, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77715/dbs-names-new-chief-sustainability-officer
Wong to lead DBS’ sustainability efforts to support Asia’s ongoing transition towards a lower-carbon economyExecutive MovesMutual Trust promotes executive to head of investment solutionsNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, April 15, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77717/mutual-trust-promotes-executive-to-head-of-investment-solutions
The role has been established as part of Mutual Trust's strategy to strengthen its investment solutions capability at the core of its wealth offering, the family office said.Executive MovesMuzinich hires client relations VPNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, April 15, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77718/muzinich-hires-client-relations-vp
Sarah Ng joins Muzinich in Singapore from Wellington Management.Executive MovesOCBC hires Indonesia private banking head from Julius BaerNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, April 14, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77704/ocbc-hires-indonesia-private-banking-head-from-julius-baer
The new head relocates from Switzerland where he worked on Julius Baer's Asia desk.Executive MovesBarclays appoints Kensuke Nakatsuka as Head of M&A Advisory for Japan Investment BankingNews TeamTuesday, April 14, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77710/barclays-appoints-kensuke-nakatsuka-as-head-of-mampampa-advisory-for-japan-investment-banking
Nakatsuka joins Barclays with over 20 years of M&A advisory experience.Executive MovesTwo fresh faces join legalsuper boardNews Aggregation TeamMonday, April 13, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77699/two-fresh-faces-join-legalsuper-board
They replace Mary Macken and Richard Flitcroft, who stepped down at the end of March.Executive MovesMAS Monetary Policy Statement - April 2026News TeamWednesday, April 15, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77716/mas-monetary-policy-statement-april-2026
In the quarters ahead, higher inflation will also erode real incomes and crimp final demand.Legal, Regulation & ComplianceFormer Big Un CEO pleads guilty in insider trading caseNews TeamFriday, April 10, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77689/former-big-un-ceo-pleads-guilty-in-insider-trading-case
The matter is being prosecuted by the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (Cth) (CDPP) following a referral from ASIC.Legal, Regulation & ComplianceASIC bans former ISG Financial Services Limited director Benjamin Godfrey for 10 yearsNews TeamWednesday, April 08, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77677/asic-bans-former-isg-financial-services-limited-director-benjamin-godfrey-for-10-years
Mr Godfrey has the right to apply to the Administrative Review Tribunal for a review of ASIC’s decision.Legal, Regulation & ComplianceSecurities Industry Council (“SIC” or the "Council") Public Statement on PSC Corporation Ltd.News TeamWednesday, April 08, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77678/securities-industry-council-ampldquosicamprdquo-or-the-ampquotcouncilampquot-public-statement-on-psc-corporation-ltd
The Mandate expired on 25 April 2024.Legal, Regulation & ComplianceExplanatory Brief: The Securities and Futures (Amendment) Bill 2026News TeamTuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77669/explanatory-brief-the-securities-and-futures-amendment-bill-2026
The issuer must also make reasonable effort to inform recipients when the prospectus is finalised and ready for collection. Legal, Regulation & ComplianceASIC bans former MWL financial services adviser David Lofthouse for 3 yearsNews TeamTuesday, April 07, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77670/asic-bans-former-mwl-financial-services-adviser-david-lofthouse-for-3-years
The banning order took effect from 30 March 2026.Legal, Regulation & ComplianceKey Enforcement Actions Taken by MAS in Q1 2026News TeamThursday, April 02, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77661/key-enforcement-actions-taken-by-mas-in-q1-2026
MAS takes into account the need to deter similar misconduct as well as to safeguard the integrity of Singapore as a financial centre.Legal, Regulation & ComplianceASIC remakes technical relief and updated credit disclosure instrumentsNews TeamTuesday, March 31, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77643/asic-remakes-technical-relief-and-updated-credit-disclosure-instruments
ASIC consulted on remaking the technical relief and updated credit disclosure instruments in December 2025 and received no submissions.Legal, Regulation & ComplianceASIC extends intra-fund transfer relief for super trusteesNews TeamThursday, March 26, 2026 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77616/asic-extends-intra-fund-transfer-relief-for-super-trustees
The relief extension gives clarity to superannuation trustees about the application form and cooling-off period requirements during an intra-fund transfer.Legal, Regulation & ComplianceInaugural Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao-Shenzhen Joint Financial Regulatory MeetingNews TeamThursday, March 26, 2026 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77620/inaugural-guangdong-hong-kong-macao-shenzhen-joint-financial-regulatory-meeting
During the meeting, participants exchanged views on industry developments, supervisory work and latest market trends. Legal, Regulation & ComplianceAddepar Establishes Singapore as Asia-Pacific HubNews TeamThursday, April 16, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77721/addepar-establishes-singapore-as-asia-pacific-hub
The move underscores Addepar’s continued global expansion and long-term strategic investment in the regionFinTechEndowus partners CIP to offer renewable energy investmentsNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, April 15, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77713/endowus-partners-cip-to-offer-renewable-energy-investments
CIP helps build utility scale batteries and wind farms across the APAC region.FinTechOCBC rolls out generative AI training for wealth advisorsNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, April 15, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77720/ocbc-rolls-out-generative-ai-training-for-wealth-advisors
First programme of its kind allows wealth advisors to hone their pitches through realistic AI role play, resulting in double the client appointments and a 50% growth in revenue in three monthsFinTechScam alert related to banksNews TeamTuesday, April 14, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77706/scam-alert-related-to-banks
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. FinTechIress extends Striver partnership amid adviser shortageNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, April 14, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77707/iress-extends-striver-partnership-amid-adviser-shortage
Iress has renewed its partnership with Striver for another year, as the advice sector continues to address declining adviser numbers and workforce challenges.FinTechChocolate Finance Announces Official Launch in Hong KongNews Aggregation TeamMonday, April 13, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77698/chocolate-finance-announces-official-launch-in-hong-kong
Unlike traditional financial products that often require locking up funds or demanding large sum placements, Chocolate Finance is a simple, flexible place for spare cash, regardless of the amount.FinTechMore than half of employees turn to AI for work adviceNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, April 01, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77652/more-than-half-of-employees-turn-to-ai-for-work-advice
Trust in executives fell, whilst managers gained trust.FinTechPing An Digital Bank Rebrands to Expand Integrated Financial Services in Hong KongNews Aggregation TeamMonday, March 30, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77639/ping-an-digital-bank-rebrands-to-expand-integrated-financial-services-in-hong-kong
It is also the first digital bank in Hong Kong to provide a full range of online and offline insurance products.FinTechAmova Asset Management partners with MariBank to distribute Singapore equity fundNews Aggregation TeamThursday, March 26, 2026 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77617/amova-asset-management-partners-with-maribank-to-distribute-singapore-equity-fund
The Amova Singapore Dividend Equity fund will focus on local companies providing sustainable dividend growth.FinTechAnt Receives Approval for Hong Kong Brokerage AcquisitionNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, March 18, 2026 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77578/ant-receives-approval-for-hong-kong-brokerage-acquisition
In April, Bright Smart chairman Yip Mow Lum conditionally agreed to sell a 50.55 percent stake to WealthinessFinTechFinloop and CICC International Wealth Management Form Strategic Partnership to Build a New Ecosystem for Fund and Cash ManagementNews TeamThursday, April 16, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77725/finloop-and-cicc-international-wealth-management-form-strategic-partnership-to-build-a-new-ecosystem-for-fund-and-cash-management
Together, the two parties aim to build an AI‑driven, integrated transaction and service wealth management infrastructure.Alternative InvestmentsMalaysia's legacy planning rises despite 17% insurance usage gapNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, April 15, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77714/malaysiaamp039s-legacy-planning-rises-despite-17-insurance-usage-gap
More than half of wealthy individuals already have arrangements in place before age 50.Alternative InvestmentsSingapore asset manager ICHAM launches VCC fund of autocall structured productsNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, April 14, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77708/singapore-asset-manager-icham-launches-vcc-fund-of-autocall-structured-products
Autocall structured products are investment vehicles that may automatically mature early if an underlying asset reaches a specific price level on predetermined dates.Alternative InvestmentsJBIC Participates in India–Japan Forum toward Strategic PartnershipsNews TeamTuesday, April 14, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77709/jbic-participates-in-indiaampndashjapan-forum-toward-strategic-partnerships
The Forum provides a platform for leaders from the two countries to collaborateAlternative InvestmentsKKR fundraise raises questions about private equityNews Aggregation TeamMonday, April 13, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77700/kkr-fundraise-raises-questions-about-private-equity
The final close of the KKR North America Fund XIV, or NAX4, was US$23 billion, surpassing both the initial target of some $20 billion and its hard cap of $22 billion.Alternative InvestmentsJOHCM Global Opportunities versus GQG Partners Global Equity: Head-to-HeadNews Aggregation TeamMonday, April 13, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77702/johcm-global-opportunities-versus-gqg-partners-global-equity-head-to-head
FSA compares GQG Partners Global Equity fund with JOHCM Global Opportunities fund in a head-to-head.Alternative InvestmentsASK Property Fund Announces Rs 400 Crore Exit from Mumbai and Gurgaon InvestmentsNews Aggregation TeamFriday, April 10, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77691/ask-property-fund-announces-rs-400-crore-exit-from-mumbai-and-gurgaon-investments
These strategic investments in residential projects in Borivali, Mumbai and Gurgaon, NCR have yielded strong returns for investors, underscoring the fund’s commitment to identifying lucrative investment opportunities for growth capital and value creAlternative InvestmentsFWD Group delivers record full year 2025 results with profitable growth, improved capital and cash flow generationNews TeamThursday, April 09, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77683/fwd-group-delivers-record-full-year-2025-results-with-profitable-growth-improved-capital-and-cash-flow-generation
US$166 million net profit is a six-fold increase*; significant growth in shareholder value creation with comprehensive tangible equity up 18 per cent and Group embedded value up 19 per centAlternative InvestmentsIndonesia’s Danantara Advances Asset Manager Consolidation to Build ScaleNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, April 08, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77674/indonesiaamprsquos-danantara-advances-asset-manager-consolidation-to-build-scale
The total consideration for the acquisitions is approximately IDR2.7 trillion (USD158.8 million), based on the filings.Alternative InvestmentsFTSE Russell confirms Vietnam’s entry into emerging markets indexNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, April 08, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77676/ftse-russell-confirms-vietnamamprsquos-entry-into-emerging-markets-index
The global index provider has confirmed the country’s reclassification after its latest review.Alternative InvestmentsHong Kong proposes 0% tax expansion for its fund managersNews Aggregation TeamFriday, March 27, 2026 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77626/hong-kong-proposes-0-tax-expansion-for-its-fund-managers
Under a bill expected to reach the city’s Legislative Council by mid-2026, the tax break would extend beyond private equity to cover hedge funds, venture capital, private credit and family offices.TaxHong Kong weighs ‘big bang’ tax cuts for asset managersNews Aggregation TeamThursday, March 26, 2026 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77623/hong-kong-weighs-amplsquobig-bangamprsquo-tax-cuts-for-asset-managers
Expansion of carried interest regime could mean zero levies on performance fees at hedge fundsTaxBig tech, like big banks, must pay fair share of taxNews Aggregation TeamMonday, March 16, 2026 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77559/big-tech-like-big-banks-must-pay-fair-share-of-tax
Governments will not be able to maintain services if a growing share of value generated from Australian consumers flows to foreign headquartersTaxAdvisers weigh in on $3m super taxNews Aggregation TeamThursday, March 12, 2026 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77542/advisers-weigh-in-on-3m-super-tax
While the government reversing course and not taxing unrealised gains is broadly seen as a positive, advisers are more split on whether the $3 million super tax is a short-term solution to a long-term system or a “negligible” move to reduce coTaxMoore Australia appoints Michael Sutherland as national head of qualityNews Aggregation TeamMonday, February 23, 2026 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77435/moore-australia-appoints-michael-sutherland-as-national-head-of-quality
Sutherland has 12 years of experience in audit, quality and governance across both professional services and the public sector.Tax14,858 tax residents failing to declare offshore accountsNews Aggregation TeamThursday, February 05, 2026 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77346/14858-tax-residents-failing-to-declare-offshore-accounts
It said this was to avoid penalties and legal action under the Income Tax Act 1967.TaxExperts warn undisclosed offshore accounts raise red flags despite legalityNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, February 04, 2026 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77336/experts-warn-undisclosed-offshore-accounts-raise-red-flags-despite-legality
Analysts warn that the scale of undisclosed offshore wealth linked to Malaysians raises serious concerns over tax evasion, money laundering and governance failuresTaxSuper trustees push for taxpayer bailout after First Guardian failureNews Aggregation TeamMonday, October 27, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77003/super-trustees-push-for-taxpayer-bailout-after-first-guardian-failure
The company told shareholders on Monday it had written to Financial Services Minister Daniel Mulino for assistance for the almost 1100 Netwealth customers who invested $101 million into the defective scheme via its platform.TaxAs wealthy Koreans flock overseas in search of greener pastures, experts blame inheritence taxNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, October 07, 2025 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76902/as-wealthy-koreans-flock-overseas-in-search-of-greener-pastures-experts-blame-inheritence-tax
The exodus of affluent Koreans is expected to result in an outflow of approximately $15.2 billion in assets.TaxJames Russell discusses how recent tax legislation changes firmly establish Hong Kong as a global leader for family offices.News TeamWednesday, June 04, 2025 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76147/james-russell-discusses-how-recent-tax-legislation-changes-firmly-establish-hong-kong-as-a-global-leader-for-family-offices
After seeing the success of family office incentivisation in Singapore, Hong Kong launched its own tax concessions in 2023 to simplify the process for applicationTaxAsia’s 5 richest families own nearly $275B in wealthNews Aggregation TeamThursday, April 16, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77724/asiaamprsquos-5-richest-families-own-nearly-275b-in-wealth
Most of these fortunes are in their third generation, except for Thailand’s Chearavanont familyComment, Analysis & ResearchBottom Line: Honouring wealth tech innovation. Questioning what’s next.News Aggregation TeamTuesday, April 14, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77705/bottom-line-honouring-wealth-tech-innovation-questioning-whatamprsquos-next
Hybrid data architectures are also gaining traction, combining real-time connectivity with manually curated data, capturing assets that have historically sat outside digital systems.Comment, Analysis & ResearchViva Energy reassesses accounting approach after ASIC review, resulting in $25 million impairmentNews TeamMonday, April 13, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77703/viva-energy-reassesses-accounting-approach-after-asic-review-resulting-in-25-million-impairment
This follows a review conducted under ASIC’s financial reporting and audit surveillance program.Comment, Analysis & ResearchMore Chinese banks claw back bonuses, cut salaries despite mixed profit recoveryNews Aggregation TeamFriday, April 10, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77692/more-chinese-banks-claw-back-bonuses-cut-salaries-despite-mixed-profit-recovery
Some lenders are also deferring bonuses and cutting headcount as they tighten their purse stringsComment, Analysis & ResearchHow Ninety One is rethinking China equity allocationsNews Aggregation TeamFriday, March 27, 2026 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77629/how-ninety-one-is-rethinking-china-equity-allocations
A broad yet precise approach to the full China stock market seeks to offer access to the best ideas to convert structural dispersion into sustainable alpha.Comment, Analysis & ResearchGen Z and Millennial High-Net-Worth Investors Are Reshaping Wealth AdviceNews TeamTuesday, March 24, 2026 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77600/gen-z-and-millennial-high-net-worth-investors-are-reshaping-wealth-advice
CFA Institute survey of investors across global markets shows strong digital engagement, demand for personalization, and evolving definitions of trustComment, Analysis & ResearchTurning wealth builders into beneficiaries: The power of good advice for small business ownersNews Aggregation TeamMonday, March 23, 2026 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77592/turning-wealth-builders-into-beneficiaries-the-power-of-good-advice-for-small-business-owners
Small business owners are natural builders – driven, independent and invested in their business success.Comment, Analysis & ResearchMajority Owner of Indonesia’s Biggest Bank DiesNews Aggregation TeamMonday, March 23, 2026 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77597/majority-owner-of-indonesiaamprsquos-biggest-bank-dies
When combined, the two brothers are the richest family in Indonesia with a net worth of $38.5 billion, according to Forbes.Comment, Analysis & ResearchSingapore for global families: Structuring, strategy and opportunityNews TeamThursday, March 12, 2026 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77537/singapore-for-global-families-structuring-strategy-and-opportunity
While Singapore has long attracted wealth from Southeast Asia, recent years have seen a broader mix of nationalities establishing a presence. Comment, Analysis & ResearchReport on “Beyond Wealth: Advancing Hong Kong’s Family Office Ecosystem Through Philanthropy, Impact Investing, and Risk Management”News TeamWednesday, March 11, 2026 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77534/report-on-ampldquobeyond-wealth-advancing-hong-kongamprsquos-family-office-ecosystem-through-philanthropy-impact-investing-and-risk-managementamprdquo
In addition to traditional wealth management, the increasing demand for philanthropy, impact investing, and risk management strategies has become the main growth area for the future.Comment, Analysis & ResearchHSBC Secures Hong Kong Stablecoin LicenceNews Aggregation TeamMonday, April 13, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77696/hsbc-secures-hong-kong-stablecoin-licence
The bank also emphasized adherence to stringent financial crime compliance standards, reflecting regulators’ growing focus on security and transparency in digital assets.Retail BankingHang Seng Bank partners with Capital Group in Hong KongNews Aggregation TeamFriday, April 10, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77690/hang-seng-bank-partners-with-capital-group-in-hong-kong
Hang Seng Bank will have exclusive rights to distribute Capital Group’s flagship US equity fund to its retail customers for three months. Retail BankingThai banks face asset stress on risky borrower exposureNews Aggregation TeamThursday, April 09, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77684/thai-banks-face-asset-stress-on-risky-borrower-exposure
Over a fifth of Thai loans are exposed to highly leveraged large corporations.Retail BankingMaybank reaffirms support for customers amid ongoing uncertaintiesNews Aggregation TeamThursday, April 09, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77685/maybank-reaffirms-support-for-customers-amid-ongoing-uncertainties
Customers may request assistance through multiple channels, including the ‘Financial Relief’ option on Maybank2uRetail BankingGCash and Lawson Roll Out Digital Payments Across 200 Philippine BranchesNews Aggregation TeamMonday, March 30, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77637/gcash-and-lawson-roll-out-digital-payments-across-200-philippine-branches
Powered by GCash for Business - EasyPOS, the stores now accept QR, card, and tap payments, while also serving as over-the-counter cash-in hubs.Retail BankingFederated Hermes Asia ex-Japan equity fund recognized by MASNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, March 24, 2026 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77604/federated-hermes-asia-ex-japan-equity-fund-recognized-by-mas
The $5bn fund is the first Federated Hermes strategy to receive retail registration in Asia Pacific.Retail BankingDBS wins Euromoney's top honour as the 'World's Best Private Bank' in triple global award sweepNews TeamMonday, March 23, 2026 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77595/dbs-wins-euromoneyamp039s-top-honour-as-the-amp039worldamp039s-best-private-bankamp039-in-triple-global-award-sweep
Also recognised as the inaugural winner in the ‘World’s Safest Private Bank’ and ‘World’s Best for Digital Assets’ categoriesRetail BankingNAB named Australia’s Best Small Business Bank for fourth year runningNews TeamMonday, March 16, 2026 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77558/nab-named-australiaamprsquos-best-small-business-bank-for-fourth-year-running
The recognition at the Global SME Banking Innovation Awards reflects NAB’s ongoing focus to design experiences that meet the needs of small business owners. Retail BankingHSBC targets doubling Philippines client base as wealth growsNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, March 11, 2026 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77535/hsbc-targets-doubling-philippines-client-base-as-wealth-grows
Pramoth Rajendran, HSBC Philippines head of international wealth and premier banking, said in a media roundtable that the lender remains confident in the domestic market's potential despite regional geopolitical volatility.Retail BankingDBS secures principal underwriting licence for Chinese non-financial corporate bonds, strengthens access for global issuers and investorsNews TeamThursday, March 05, 2026 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77499/dbs-secures-principal-underwriting-licence-for-chinese-non-financial-corporate-bonds-strengthens-access-for-global-issuers-and-investors
First and only Singapore-headquartered bank licensed to lead underwrite all corporate bonds issued in the China Interbank Bond MarketRetail BankingNomura flags 4 risks for PSU bank stocks; prefers Axis Bank, ICICI BankNews Aggregation TeamFriday, April 10, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77694/nomura-flags-4-risks-for-psu-bank-stocks-prefers-axis-bank-icici-bank
Global brokerage Nomura prefers private banks over PSU bank stocks, citing limited re-rating scope, weaker earnings quality, and high leverage risks among PSBs. It likes Axis Bank & ICICI BankInvestment BankAMP Bank opens SuperEdge for businessNews TeamFriday, February 20, 2026 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77425/amp-bank-opens-superedge-for-business
AMP Bank announces that SuperEdge is now officially in market, marking the Bank’s return to residential SMSF property lending for brokers and their clients.Investment BankAMP Bank re-enters SMSF lending with SuperEdgeNews TeamTuesday, January 27, 2026 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77290/amp-bank-re-enters-smsf-lending-with-superedge
AMP Bank is re-launching SuperEdge, its residential Self Managed Super Fund (SMSF) lending solution, marking the Bank’s return to SMSF property lending for brokers and their customers.Investment BankMUFG to Deepen Asset Management Partnership with Morgan StanleyNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, December 09, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77249/mufg-to-deepen-asset-management-partnership-with-morgan-stanley
Takase confirmed there are no plans to alter the existing shareholding structure.Investment BankCrédit Agricole CIB Extends Hong Kong Lease to 2034News Aggregation TeamMonday, November 10, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77083/crampeacutedit-agricole-cib-extends-hong-kong-lease-to-2034
Our renewed office not only strengthens this ‘foundation' for the next decadeInvestment BankUOB Achieves Strong Growth in Its Cross-Border Business Across ASEAN and Greater China as Companies Move Supply Chains to RegionNews Aggregation TeamFriday, October 17, 2025 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76956/uob-achieves-strong-growth-in-its-cross-border-business-across-asean-and-greater-china-as-companies-move-supply-chains-to-region
As companies reconfigure their supply chains, UOB has seen increased demand for trade and Financial Supply Chain Management (FSCM) financing, digital payments and collections solutions.Investment BankDBS Hong Kong launches Regional Investment Corridors initiative to forge new cross-border growth channels across Asia News TeamFriday, October 10, 2025 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76916/dbs-hong-kong-launches-regional-investment-corridors-initiative-to-forge-new-cross-border-growth-channels-across-asia
Inaugural event, themed “Japan’s Investment Horizon: Exploring Inbound & Outbound Opportunities”, bridges private capital opportunities between Hong Kong and JapanInvestment BankCrédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank and Indosuez Wealth Management Inaugurate New Singapore Office to Support Local and Regional Growth MomentumNews Aggregation TeamFriday, September 26, 2025 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76836/crampeacutedit-agricole-corporate-and-investment-bank-and-indosuez-wealth-management-inaugurate-new-singapore-office-to-support-local-and-regional-growth-momentum
This relocation aligns with Crédit Agricole Group’s long-term strategy for Asia-Pacific, driving operational efficiency, deepening synergies across business lines, and creating a future-ready environment for clients and employees.Investment BankDeutsche Bank closes USD 184M ECA financing for Thailand’s THAICOM10 satellite projectNews TeamFriday, September 05, 2025 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76720/deutsche-bank-closes-usd-184m-eca-financing-for-thailandamprsquos-thaicom10-satellite-project
The loan will finance STI’s commercial contract with France’s Airbus Defence & Space to manufacture the new Software Defined High Throughput Satellite (SD-HTS).Investment BankGoldman Sachs Expands Mumbai Presence With New Office OpeningNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, August 20, 2025 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76624/goldman-sachs-expands-mumbai-presence-with-new-office-opening
The new office occupies the entire tenth floor and half of the ninth floor of Ascent Worli.Investment BankSingapore backs global push for sustainable cooling as cities step up heat action at COP30News Aggregation TeamWednesday, November 12, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77097/singapore-backs-global-push-for-sustainable-cooling-as-cities-step-up-heat-action-at-cop30
Cooling can be unsustainable when it relies heavily on electricity generated from fossil fuels, which contribute to planet-warming emissions. Planet SOSStandard Chartered launches sustainable escrow and account bank solutionNews TeamTuesday, July 29, 2025 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76485/standard-chartered-launches-sustainable-escrow-and-account-bank-solution
New offering allows clients to embed sustainability into their cash management and support delivery of their sustainability goalsPlanet SOSCIMB commits RM300 billion to power a greener and more inclusive ASEAN economy by 2030News TeamTuesday, July 15, 2025 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76405/cimb-commits-rm300-billion-to-power-a-greener-and-more-inclusive-asean-economy-by-2030
The Group strengthens its commitment to enable a just transition across the regionPlanet SOSHow advisers can navigate ESG fund closuresNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, May 13, 2025 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76015/how-advisers-can-navigate-esg-fund-closures
Part of this is due to ASIC’s crackdown on greenwashing which has prompted fund managers to reconsider their ranges or how they are labelled.Planet SOSNomura Issues Report on Avoided Emissions from Investor PerspectiveNews TeamThursday, May 01, 2025 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/75945/nomura-issues-report-on-avoided-emissions-from-investor-perspective
The concept of avoided emissions has gained traction as a new metric to assess a company's contribution to reducing overall GHG emissions and resolving issues affecting society.Planet SOSDBS named World’s Best Bank for Sustainable Finance by Global FinanceNews TeamMonday, February 24, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/75550/dbs-named-worldamprsquos-best-bank-for-sustainable-finance-by-global-finance
Recognised for leadership in sustainable finance, including innovative solutions that accelerate Asia's transition agenda, drive cross-border impact, and empower corporates and SMEsPlanet SOSPolicy and investment need to prioritise renewable energyNews Aggregation TeamMonday, January 27, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/75390/policy-and-investment-need-to-prioritise-renewable-energy
Bangladesh has slowly been investing in green finance initiatives through the banking sector, but the transition to a society free of fossil fuel use will require a lot more investment in the renewable energy sectorPlanet SOSTrump’s climate policy and its impact on investmentsNews TeamThursday, January 23, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/75369/trumpamprsquos-climate-policy-and-its-impact-on-investments
In practice, this means that the US no longer has to submit a climate action plan to the United Nations every five years. Planet SOSMirova Commits USD10 million to Global Commercial & Industrial Solar Leader ecoligo to Fuel Its Growth in VietnamNews TeamFriday, January 17, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/75335/mirova-commits-usd10-million-to-global-commercial-ampamp-industrial-solar-leader-ecoligo-to-fuel-its-growth-in-vietnam
ecoligo has successfully raised €74 million to date and currently manages a global portfolio of 100 MWp, comprising 200 projects.Planet SOSBank DBS Indonesia introduces first ever Sustainability-Linked Trade Finance Facility for PT. Indo-Rama Synthetics Tbk | BahasaNews TeamThursday, January 16, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/75328/bank-dbs-indonesia-introduces-first-ever-sustainability-linked-trade-finance-facility-for-pt-indo-rama-synthetics-tbk-bahasa
DBS Bank's commitment to sustainability is reflected in its concrete steps, becoming the first Singaporean bank to pledge to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 or earlier.Planet SOS