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https://asia.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.pngManagers of Wealth - AsiaKohanaPHPDeutsche Bank appointed as RMB Clearing Bank for EuropeNews TeamWednesday, August 12, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78417/deutsche-bank-appointed-as-rmb-clearing-bank-for-europe
First European bank to receive the designation, strengthening China-Europe financial connectivityWealth and Asset ManagementNomura International Wealth Management Launches Physical Gold Trading and Custody Service in SingaporeNews TeamWednesday, August 12, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78419/nomura-international-wealth-management-launches-physical-gold-trading-and-custody-service-in-singapore
Clients will gain access to large gold bars and kilobars, with all trading and custody services conducted entirely within Singapore, reflecting our deep commitment to the region. Wealth and Asset ManagementMoney Forward Private Bank partners Fukuoka FG on family office servicesNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, August 11, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78411/money-forward-private-bank-partners-fukuoka-fg-on-family-office-services
Money Forward Private Bank signs business alliance with Fukuoka Financial Group for family office servicesWealth and Asset ManagementStandard Chartered taps on gold in new fund partnership with Allianz Global InvestorsNews TeamTuesday, August 11, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78418/standard-chartered-taps-on-gold-in-new-fund-partnership-with-allianz-global-investors
This 9th fund under the Bank’s VCC platform enhances portfolio diversification while preserving long-term valueWealth and Asset ManagementStandard Chartered to launch Signature CIO Funds from GIFT CityNews TeamMonday, August 10, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78399/standard-chartered-to-launch-signature-cio-funds-from-gift-city
IFSCA approval paves the way for the Bank to expand its wealth offering from India’s international financial services hubWealth and Asset ManagementBottom Line: What if clients don’t want to climb the private banking ladder?News Aggregation TeamMonday, August 10, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78400/bottom-line-what-if-clients-donamprsquot-want-to-climb-the-private-banking-ladder
It is a model that has shaped how retail-lined or universal banks hire bankers, segment clients, allocate resources and, ultimately, measure success.Wealth and Asset ManagementInternational Equity Group Announces Expansion of Its Global Advisory and Wealth Management ServicesNews Aggregation TeamMonday, August 10, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78402/international-equity-group-announces-expansion-of-its-global-advisory-and-wealth-management-services
The expansion includes enhanced portfolio reporting tools, wider multi-asset investment coverage, and increased access to market analysis and economic commentary designed to help clients evaluate developments that may affect their long-term investment strWealth and Asset ManagementCanaccord Genuity Group Inc. report on voting results from Annual General MeetingNews TeamMonday, August 10, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78403/canaccord-genuity-group-inc-report-on-voting-results-from-annual-general-meeting
Shareholders also voted on the election as directors of nominees proposed by managementWealth and Asset ManagementLiechtenstein’s LGT Aims to Expand its Private Banking in JapanNews Aggregation TeamFriday, August 07, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78390/liechtensteinamprsquos-lgt-aims-to-expand-its-private-banking-in-japan
The wealth manager plans to bolster its local unit by hiring more bankers as needed and training junior staff to meet the demands of the newly wealthyWealth and Asset ManagementAMP announces 1H 26 results and further $150 million buyback News TeamFriday, August 07, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78391/amp-announces-1h-26-results-and-further-150-million-buyback
Assets under management increased to $167.6 billion, reflecting momentum in AMP’s wealth and retirement businessesWealth and Asset ManagementDASH appoints new chief executiveNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, August 12, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78423/dash-appoints-new-chief-executive
His appointment follows the departure of DASH's former chief executive Andrew Whelan, who recently stepped down after nearly five years in the role.Executive MovesJ.P. Morgan Private Bank Appoints Aldrin Sudirgo as Vice President and Banker in SingaporeNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, August 11, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78410/jp-morgan-private-bank-appoints-aldrin-sudirgo-as-vice-president-and-banker-in-singapore
The appointment forms part of J.P. Morgan Private Bank’s continued focus on serving wealthy individuals and families across Southeast Asia.Executive MovesHUB24 expands C-suite with innovation roleNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, August 11, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78413/hub24-expands-c-suite-with-innovation-role
His leadership will further strengthen our ability to execute at pace, leverage emerging technologies, and deliver solutions that create value for our customers.Executive MovesChester AM poaches Cooper Investors talent for Melbourne teamNews Aggregation TeamMonday, August 10, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78407/chester-am-poaches-cooper-investors-talent-for-melbourne-team
Australian equities fund manager Chester Asset Management has nabbed an investment analyst from Cooper Investors to strengthen its Melbourne team.Executive MovesFindex makes over 40 mid-year senior promotions across A/NZNews Aggregation TeamMonday, August 10, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78408/findex-makes-over-40-mid-year-senior-promotions-across-anz
Findex noted that this year’s senior promotions and recruits span four divisionsExecutive MovesFederated Hermes Strengthens Asia Distribution with Senior AppointmentNews Aggregation TeamFriday, August 07, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78392/federated-hermes-strengthens-asia-distribution-with-senior-appointment
He joins Federated Hermes from Baillie Gifford, where he led financial intermediary distribution in the region. Executive MovesNomura AM shuffles global listed real estate teamNews Aggregation TeamFriday, August 07, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78395/nomura-am-shuffles-global-listed-real-estate-team
Nomura acquired the business in its entirety, including all assets, teams, offices and operating platform. Executive MovesBandhan AMC appoints Saurabh Jain as chief business officerNews Aggregation TeamThursday, August 06, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78381/bandhan-amc-appoints-saurabh-jain-as-chief-business-officer
Jain joins Bandhan AMC from Standard Chartered Bank India, where he was managing director and head of wealth management and affluent client segments.Executive MovesFormer Bank of Singapore CEO, Bahren Shaari, leads Mentor List expansion across APAC to Singapore.News TeamThursday, August 06, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78385/former-bank-of-singapore-ceo-bahren-shaari-leads-mentor-list-expansion-across-apac-to-singapore
Shaari led Bank of Singapore from 2015 to 2022, a period in which the bank extended its global reach across Singapore, Europe, Dubai and Hong Kong, capping a finance career of more than three decades. Executive MovesRBC names Kamran Azim as head of Asia wealth managementNews Aggregation TeamThursday, August 06, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78387/rbc-names-kamran-azim-as-head-of-asia-wealth-management
The appointment follows the retirement of Rod Ireland.Executive MovesASIC proposes to extend financial services, credit and markets legislative instrumentsNews TeamTuesday, August 11, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78414/asic-proposes-to-extend-financial-services-credit-and-markets-legislative-instruments
The instruments relate to different parts of the financial system, but all are approaching their expiry dates. Legal, Regulation & ComplianceHKMA and DFSA to co-host third Climate Finance Conference to drive transition in a changing world News Aggregation TeamTuesday, August 11, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78415/hkma-and-dfsa-to-co-host-third-climate-finance-conference-to-drive-transition-in-a-changing-world
The conference is a flagship initiative jointly established by the HKMA and the DFSA to support and enable the continued development of climate finance across Asia and the Middle East. Legal, Regulation & ComplianceHKMCA introduces new insurance company as referral partnerNews TeamFriday, August 07, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78397/hkmca-introduces-new-insurance-company-as-referral-partner
We are looking forward to working closely with more institutions to empower the public to achieve their long-term sustainable retirement goal.Legal, Regulation & ComplianceSEQI expands geographic investment policy across Asia-PacificNews Aggregation TeamThursday, July 30, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78343/seqi-expands-geographic-investment-policy-across-asia-pacific
The new policy also introduces an allowance of up to 10% of total assets for investments in other eligible regions, where there is currently no such allowance.Legal, Regulation & ComplianceSFC and Securities Commission Malaysia sign MoU to expand mutual recognition of funds and facilitate simplified dual IPO listing frameworkNews TeamFriday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78312/sfc-and-securities-commission-malaysia-sign-mou-to-expand-mutual-recognition-of-funds-and-facilitate-simplified-dual-ipo-listing-framework
The MoU expands the range of investment products eligible under MRF (Note 2) and establishes a simplified framework for dual IPO listings between the two markets.Legal, Regulation & ComplianceAPRA grants ADI licence to RevolutNews TeamTuesday, July 21, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78285/apra-grants-adi-licence-to-revolut
APRA has granted Revolut Payments Australia Pty Ltd a licence to operate as an authorised-deposit taking institution (ADI) under the Banking Act 1959 (the Act).Legal, Regulation & ComplianceHerbert Smith Freehills Kramer advises Aura Consolidated Group on acquisition of Qoria Limited and ASX listingNews TeamMonday, July 20, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78271/herbert-smith-freehills-kramer-advises-aura-consolidated-group-on-acquisition-of-qoria-limited-and-asx-listing
The acquisition has created a larger, more diversified business with global reach, bolstering Aura’s scaled consumer platform with a global base of parent accounts and 32,000 school customers on Qoria’s platform. Legal, Regulation & ComplianceASIC secures record $830 million in civil penalties orders and $644 million back to Australians in 2025-26News TeamMonday, July 20, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78276/asic-secures-record-830-million-in-civil-penalties-orders-and-644-million-back-to-australians-in-2025-26
Together with the $350 million ordered in the first half, ASIC’s civil penalties orders now total $830 million for the 2025-2026 financial year.Legal, Regulation & ComplianceScam alert related to banksNews TeamFriday, July 17, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78263/scam-alert-related-to-banks
Anyone who has provided his or her personal information, or who has conducted any financial transactionsLegal, Regulation & ComplianceASIC releases key themes and areas of focus from its Financial Markets and Innovation roundtableNews TeamFriday, July 17, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78269/asic-releases-key-themes-and-areas-of-focus-from-its-financial-markets-and-innovation-roundtable
Some participants highlighted Australia's strengths, including trusted institutions, sophisticated investors and deep pools of capitalLegal, Regulation & ComplianceMaybank joins MAS BLOOM project for tokenised settlement trialsNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, August 11, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78416/maybank-joins-mas-bloom-project-for-tokenised-settlement-trials
The group expands its existing digital asset testing by joining an industry network evaluating alternatives to correspondent banking.FinTechHow Tan Su Shan, world's 6th most powerful businesswoman, is leading Southeast Asia's largest bank into the AI eraNews Aggregation TeamMonday, August 10, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78405/how-tan-su-shan-worldamp039s-6th-most-powerful-businesswoman-is-leading-southeast-asiaamp039s-largest-bank-into-the-ai-era
By the end of 2025, staff had created around 26,000 personal AI agentsFinTechTaiwan’s new digital asset law seen to boost crypto marketNews Aggregation TeamFriday, August 07, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78396/taiwanamprsquos-new-digital-asset-law-seen-to-boost-crypto-market
The new law requires full reserve assets to be held in financial institutions within Taiwan. FinTechBanks in Japan Turn to AI for Cyberdefense News Aggregation TeamFriday, August 07, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78398/banks-in-japan-turn-to-ai-for-cyberdefense
Financial giants in Japan partner with AI firms to build zero-trust cybersecurity defenses.FinTechAsia’s boutique firms poised to profit from AI-led realignmentNews Aggregation TeamThursday, August 06, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78383/asiaamprsquos-boutique-firms-poised-to-profit-from-ai-led-realignment
Technological innovation must be accompanied by cultural change in order for both advisers and clients to enjoy maximum benefits from the fast-evolving wealth storyFinTechStables and access bank south africa explore new cross-border payment infrastructureNews Aggregation TeamThursday, August 06, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78386/stables-and-access-bank-south-africa-explore-new-cross-border-payment-infrastructure
The two organizations will evaluate payment and settlement solutions, with any products subject to regulatory approval.FinTechApple Pay launches for Mastercard cardholders in the PhilippinesNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, August 05, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78377/apple-pay-launches-for-mastercard-cardholders-in-the-philippines
The launch extends Apple Pay's footprint in Southeast Asia, a region where mobile wallets have become an increasingly common alternative to physical card payments.FinTechHSBC to establish Global AI Centre of Excellence in SingaporeNews TeamMonday, August 03, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78357/hsbc-to-establish-global-ai-centre-of-excellence-in-singapore
The CoE will initially focus on enhancing customer wealth journey conversations, introducing agentic treasury solutions and developing AI-enabled digital payments.FinTechBrookfield bets on AI inference, clean power in India while tackling curtailment risksNews Aggregation TeamFriday, July 31, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78352/brookfield-bets-on-ai-inference-clean-power-in-india-while-tackling-curtailment-risks
It expects the country to add 6 GW in data centre capacity for AI inference over the next 5 yearsFinTechEddid Financial, SageRock Capital, and ArtWise Sign MOU to Drive Art Tokenisation and Blockchain Finance in Hong KongNews Aggregation TeamThursday, July 30, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78341/eddid-financial-sagerock-capital-and-artwise-sign-mou-to-drive-art-tokenisation-and-blockchain-finance-in-hong-kong
This collaboration combines the respective expertise of the three parties across investment architecture, compliant financial services, and the art sector. FinTechWilliam Blair Expands Taiwan Offering With Emerging Markets Debt FundNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, August 12, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78420/william-blair-expands-taiwan-offering-with-emerging-markets-debt-fund
The fund becomes the investment manager’s fourth SICAV registered in Taiwan, underlining the market’s growing importance to the firm’s Asian distribution strategy.Alternative InvestmentsStability as Strategy: Lombard Odier on Hong Kong's Revival and the Long Work of SuccessionNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, August 12, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78421/stability-as-strategy-lombard-odier-on-hong-kongamp039s-revival-and-the-long-work-of-succession
That shift plays to a message Lombard Odier has long emphasised. Alternative InvestmentsFuture Group marks new successor fund transferNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, August 12, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78424/future-group-marks-new-successor-fund-transfer
Future Group now has more than 400,000 members and manages some $14 billion in assets under management.Alternative InvestmentsChina expands currency swaps with Malaysia and Argentina, Singapore banks grow fee income News Aggregation TeamTuesday, August 11, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78412/china-expands-currency-swaps-with-malaysia-and-argentina-singapore-banks-grow-fee-income
Banks are adjusting to shifting financing and rate conditions. Alternative InvestmentsThe Australian innovation driving the next wave of green hydrogenNews TeamMonday, August 10, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78409/the-australian-innovation-driving-the-next-wave-of-green-hydrogen
What began as breakthrough hydrogen research at the University of Wollongong is now a world-leading innovation powerhouse with its first commercial order after just five years of development.Alternative InvestmentsIslamic finance evolves into a ‘super connector’ for capital, trade and digital infrastructureNews TeamFriday, August 07, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78394/islamic-finance-evolves-into-a-amplsquosuper-connectoramprsquo-for-capital-trade-and-digital-infrastructure
New opportunities emerge for financial institutions as cross-border corridors reshape global financeAlternative InvestmentsClime IM turns focus to mandates and partnershipsNews Aggregation TeamMonday, August 03, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78358/clime-im-turns-focus-to-mandates-and-partnerships
Total funds under management and advice have risen from $1.5 billion at the end of March to $2.5 billion by the end of June.Alternative InvestmentsHana Financial rolls out groupwide campaign ahead of Incheon HQ relocationNews Aggregation TeamMonday, August 03, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78361/hana-financial-rolls-out-groupwide-campaign-ahead-of-incheon-hq-relocation
Customers who sign up for the product will be entered into prize draws for rewards including vouchers for cruises departing from Incheon, hotel stays and dining packages.Alternative InvestmentsFosun International Issues 1H2026 Positive Profit Alert as Core Industries Show Strong ResilienceNews TeamFriday, July 31, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78349/fosun-international-issues-1h2026-positive-profit-alert-as-core-industries-show-strong-resilience
Based on its results for the first half of 2026, pharmaceuticals and insurance remain the two cornerstones of Fosun International’s performance.Alternative InvestmentsGMA Capital Partners, ACMF Group Launch US$200 Million Thai SET FundNews Aggregation TeamFriday, July 31, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78353/gma-capital-partners-acmf-group-launch-us200-million-thai-set-fund
The launch targets a structural gap in one of Southeast Asia’s hottest markets. Alternative InvestmentsBeijing says 20% offshore insurance tax not new – and does not target Hong KongNews Aggregation TeamMonday, August 10, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78404/beijing-says-20-offshore-insurance-tax-not-new-ampndash-and-does-not-target-hong-kong
Beijing urged the market not to overreact to the policy – which it stressed was not new – after reports of the tax triggered a sell-off in Hong KongTaxSingapore confirms over 2,000 tax-incentivised Single Family Offices in parliamentary replyNews Aggregation TeamFriday, August 07, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78393/singapore-confirms-over-2000-tax-incentivised-single-family-offices-in-parliamentary-reply
These vehicles manage the wealth of families originating from a range of countries, with the largest concentration coming from the Asia Pacific region, followed by Europe and the Americas.TaxChina intensifies cross-border tax scrutiny as Beijing warns against offshore dodgingNews Aggregation TeamThursday, July 23, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78296/china-intensifies-cross-border-tax-scrutiny-as-beijing-warns-against-offshore-dodging
Major financial outlets blast offshore shell structures after case involving the Hong Kong entity of a mainland social media platformTaxRyan Bridge: The Green's wealth tax isn't going to happenNews Aggregation TeamMonday, June 22, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78107/ryan-bridge-the-greenamp039s-wealth-tax-isnamp039t-going-to-happen
An inheritance tax is about the cruellest thing a state can impose on a grieving family.TaxChina Targets Offshore Trusts in Tax Crackdown on RichNews Aggregation TeamThursday, May 28, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77960/china-targets-offshore-trusts-in-tax-crackdown-on-rich
Offshore trusts have long been popular vehicles for the shareholders of companies seeking Hong Kong listingsTaxChina tightens tax concession for HK intermediary holdcosNews TeamMonday, April 20, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77743/china-tightens-tax-concession-for-hk-intermediary-holdcos
Under China’s Enterprise Income Tax Law, dividends paid by a PRC resident enterprise to a foreign shareholder are generally subject to 10% WHT. TaxHong 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 coTaxThe untapped prize: Asia’s high-net-worth insurance marketNews TeamWednesday, August 12, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78422/the-untapped-prize-asiaamprsquos-high-net-worth-insurance-market
At the same time, the requirements and expectations of HNWI clients in Asia are evolving. Comment, Analysis & ResearchEntertainment perks pay off for Singapore banks in card spending, sign-upsNews Aggregation TeamThursday, August 06, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78384/entertainment-perks-pay-off-for-singapore-banks-in-card-spending-sign-ups
Total spending also jumped more than 35 per cent during the concert period from the week before.Comment, Analysis & ResearchWhy family-centric wealth management is the future for high-net-worth families in AsiaNews TeamWednesday, August 05, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78376/why-family-centric-wealth-management-is-the-future-for-high-net-worth-families-in-asia
Collaborative decision-making helps families balance diverse generational needs and build lasting legacies.Comment, Analysis & ResearchRising complexity drives family offices toward external specialistsNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, August 04, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78373/rising-complexity-drives-family-offices-toward-external-specialists
Six in 10 respondents use third-party providers for personal financial management advice.Comment, Analysis & ResearchBank of Singapore Sees China Entering a New «Renaissance»News Aggregation TeamWednesday, July 22, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78293/bank-of-singapore-sees-china-entering-a-new-amplaquorenaissanceampraquo
Bank of Singapore is making the case for a renewed look at China.Comment, Analysis & ResearchHDBank Says Fitch Assigns First-Time BB- RatingNews Aggregation TeamFriday, July 17, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78268/hdbank-says-fitch-assigns-first-time-bb-rating
Total assets reached 984.2 trillion dong as of March 31Comment, Analysis & ResearchTensions spur ultra-rich to diversify across AsiaNews Aggregation TeamThursday, July 16, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78258/tensions-spur-ultra-rich-to-diversify-across-asia
Anecdotal evidence suggests that high-net-worth individuals are already exploring moving assets from the Middle East to elsewhere in Asia, with most of them preferring Singapore.Comment, Analysis & ResearchBangkoks Ultra-Rich Population on Pace to Lead Southeast Asias Wealth BoomNews Aggregation TeamMonday, July 13, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78228/bangkoks-ultra-rich-population-on-pace-to-lead-southeast-asias-wealth-boom
The UHNW populace in Thailand’s capital is anticipated to expand to approximately 1,840 by 2030, up from 1,210 in 2025. Comment, Analysis & ResearchMalta beats Monaco and Singapore as the No. 1 country for millionaires to live, scoring a perfect 100 in new studyNews Aggregation TeamMonday, July 13, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78229/malta-beats-monaco-and-singapore-as-the-no-1-country-for-millionaires-to-live-scoring-a-perfect-100-in-new-study
The research examined 30 hot spots among high-income families, and also measured factors including safety ratings, luxury real estate listings and average tax rate. Comment, Analysis & ResearchHong Kong Ultra-Wealthy Population Surges 26% in 2025, Altrata Report Shows News Aggregation TeamThursday, June 25, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78127/hong-kong-ultra-wealthy-population-surges-26-in-2025-altrata-report-shows
The findings were published Tuesday in the 14th edition of the firm's World Ultra Wealth Report. Comment, Analysis & ResearchBangkok Bank stays upbeat on Thailand’s medium‑term outlookNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, August 04, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78370/bangkok-bank-stays-upbeat-on-thailandamprsquos-mediumterm-outlook
The bank kept its 2026 financial guidance unchanged. Retail BankingING posts 2Q2026 net result of €1,947 millionNews TeamFriday, July 31, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78351/ing-posts-2q2026-net-result-of-ampeuro1947-million
ING has had an excellent second quarter of 2026Retail BankingMedical professionals earn more, but have less time to build wealthNews TeamMonday, July 27, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78319/medical-professionals-earn-more-but-have-less-time-to-build-wealth
While five of Australia’s ten highest-earning professions are in medicine, many clinicians only begin earning at scale later in life after years of study and training. Retail BankingVietnamese Bank MBV Expands Global Payments With TerraPayNews Aggregation TeamMonday, July 27, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78320/vietnamese-bank-mbv-expands-global-payments-with-terrapay
The bank plans to roll out new international transfer capabilities using its existing systems.Retail BankingUOB says HK key gateway to its wealth management pushNews Aggregation TeamFriday, July 24, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78308/uob-says-hk-key-gateway-to-its-wealth-management-push
UOB Hong Kong – the lender’s banking business operation in Hong Kong – is seeing ASEAN expansion evolve from a supply-chain story into major themes of business growth, wealth creation and capital market opportunity. Retail BankingANZ wins Canstar Small Business Bank of the Year and two Outstanding Value credit card awardsNews TeamThursday, July 23, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78305/anz-wins-canstar-small-business-bank-of-the-year-and-two-outstanding-value-credit-card-awards
The Small Business Bank of the Year award marks ANZ’s eleventh win overall, an industry-leading achievement. Retail BankingUnionBank Private wins triple global awards for next-generation wealth management excellenceNews TeamFriday, July 10, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78223/unionbank-private-wins-triple-global-awards-for-next-generation-wealth-management-excellence
The annual Global Private Banker Innovation Awards honor the world’s leading private banks and wealth managers for upholding the highest standards of excellence in customer-centric service, pioneering innovation, and strategic leadership.Retail BankingKotak Mahindra Bank to acquire Deutsche Bank’s retail banking, private banking and wealth management business in IndiaNews TeamWednesday, July 01, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78169/kotak-mahindra-bank-to-acquire-deutsche-bankamprsquos-retail-banking-private-banking-and-wealth-management-business-in-india
The acquisition reflects Kotak’s inorganic growth strategy of pursuing targeted opportunities that strengthen its core franchise. Retail BankingDBS Launches First Synthetic SecuritisationNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, June 30, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78161/dbs-launches-first-synthetic-securitisation
The transaction references a diversified portfolio of corporate loans worth USD 1 billion and forms part of the bank’s broader capital management strategy.Retail BankingSingapore's DBS Bank prices US$2 bil three-year dollar covered bondNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, June 24, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78122/singaporeamp039s-dbs-bank-prices-us2-bil-three-year-dollar-covered-bond
The deal was priced at 42 basis points over SOFR mid-swaps, or the secured overnight financing rate, a key US dollar interest rate benchmark.Retail BankingMalaysian banks to see stable profit despite margin and deposit pressuresNews Aggregation TeamMonday, August 10, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78406/malaysian-banks-to-see-stable-profit-despite-margin-and-deposit-pressures
The banks' established deposit franchises should mitigate competition pressure.Investment BankCiti Vietnam named Best International Bank by EuromoneyNews Aggregation TeamThursday, July 23, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78300/citi-vietnam-named-best-international-bank-by-euromoney
The award reflects Citi’s distinctive role in supporting Vietnam’s growing cross-border financing requirements.Investment BankMUFG Bank and JCB Sign MOU for Comprehensive Strategic Alliance in ASEANNews TeamWednesday, July 08, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78210/mufg-bank-and-jcb-sign-mou-for-comprehensive-strategic-alliance-in-asean
This alliance aims to leverage our complementary strengths by utilizing both companiesInvestment BankMacquarie Group and MIT Solve announce winners of Macquarie Community Resilience PrizeNews TeamFriday, May 22, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77931/macquarie-group-and-mit-solve-announce-winners-of-macquarie-community-resilience-prize
Since its launch in November 2025, the Prize, targeting activities in Australia, the Pacific Islands, and Brazil, received nearly 200 applications from organisations globally.Investment BankNomura 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 BankThe heat is on for Asia-Pacific’s electricity producersNews TeamMonday, August 03, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/78356/the-heat-is-on-for-asia-pacificamprsquos-electricity-producers
This puts increasing pressure on energy systems at a time when governments are trying to find scalable renewable energy solutions that can ensure a constant and secure supply of clean electricity.Planet SOSAIIB Partners with Acwa to Advance Uzbekistan’s Clean Energy Transition with a 300 MW Wind Power PlantNews TeamMonday, May 11, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77857/aiib-partners-with-acwa-to-advance-uzbekistanamprsquos-clean-energy-transition-with-a-300-mw-wind-power-plant
The project builds on the Bash 1 wind project and will be part of a broader renewable energy cluster in the region.Planet SOSThink tanks urge Bank of Korea to move from climate research to actionNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, April 21, 2026 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77752/think-tanks-urge-bank-of-korea-to-move-from-climate-research-to-action
The BOK is called to implement concrete policies that shift financial flows away from high-carbon sectors.Planet SOSSingapore 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 SOS