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https://asia.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.pngManagers of Wealth - AsiaKohanaPHPAI euphoria unnerves LGT WealthNews Aggregation TeamThursday, December 04, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77219/ai-euphoria-unnerves-lgt-wealth
Commenting on its portfolio positioning, the wealth manager expressed concern about the dominance of AI companies in the US indices. Wealth and Asset ManagementPrivate bank UBP rolls out VCC fund with S$200 million in commitmentsNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, December 03, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77212/private-bank-ubp-rolls-out-vcc-fund-with-s200-million-in-commitments
The fund will invest in fixed-income strategies; a second fund to be launched next year will invest in a hedge fund of fundsWealth and Asset ManagementMaybank expands Schroders partnership in SingaporeNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, December 03, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77217/maybank-expands-schroders-partnership-in-singapore
Schroders and Maybank Asset Management to launch multi-asset fund into Singapore, expanding the two companies' long-standing partnership.Wealth and Asset ManagementTraditional asset managers buying PE firms warned of failure riskNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, December 02, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77204/traditional-asset-managers-buying-pe-firms-warned-of-failure-risk
There's been a a wave of consolidation in recent years, but buying an alternatives firm can cause a headache for traditional asset managers.Wealth and Asset ManagementNomura Completes Acquisition of Macquarie’s U.S. & European Public Asset Management BusinessNews TeamMonday, December 01, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77196/nomura-completes-acquisition-of-macquarieamprsquos-us-ampamp-european-public-asset-management-business
As disclosed in April 2025, Nomura will bring its private markets business, Nomura Capital Management (NCM), and its high yield businessWealth and Asset ManagementCheng & Co Expands Mid-shore Wealth Management Presence With Alpadis Trust Labuan AcquisitionNews Aggregation TeamFriday, November 28, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77189/cheng-ampamp-co-expands-mid-shore-wealth-management-presence-with-alpadis-trust-labuan-acquisition
Its executive chairman, Datuk Dr Chua Hock Hoo, said the acquisition represents a powerful evolution in its group’s capabilities.Wealth and Asset ManagementSeviora and Pavilion to form Asia-based asset management group News Aggregation TeamFriday, November 28, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77190/seviora-and-pavilion-to-form-asia-based-asset-management-group
This integration is expected to increase Seviora’s assets under management (AUM) to approximately $72bn.Wealth and Asset ManagementBNP Paribas Wealth Management answers need for portfolios that navigate market volatilityNews Aggregation TeamFriday, November 28, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77191/bnp-paribas-wealth-management-answers-need-for-portfolios-that-navigate-market-volatility
Understanding the market helps investors build resilient, sustainable portfolios, seizing opportunities and minimising riskWealth and Asset ManagementPrivate banks look south as Australia's wealth goes globalNews Aggregation TeamFriday, November 28, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77192/private-banks-look-south-as-australiaamp039s-wealth-goes-global
UBS Global Wealth Management, JP Morgan Private Bank and HSBC Global Private Banking are all targeting the $1tn market, using different models, investment advice and hiring strategies.Wealth and Asset ManagementFrom Bonds to Blockchains: Cecilia Sha on Bridging Traditional Wealth with the Digital FutureNews Aggregation TeamFriday, November 28, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77193/from-bonds-to-blockchains-cecilia-sha-on-bridging-traditional-wealth-with-the-digital-future
These conversations prompted Abacus Asia to explore digital pathways, not as speculative plays, but as extensions of its core wealth management proposition. Wealth and Asset ManagementHSBC names veteran accountant Brendan Nelson new chairman amid Asia growth pushNews Aggregation TeamThursday, December 04, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77218/hsbc-names-veteran-accountant-brendan-nelson-new-chairman-amid-asia-growth-push
Appointment surprises market after HSBC CEO Georges Elhedery earlier said the 75-year-old was not keen on a permanent roleExecutive MovesVontobel taps Jupiter for senior RMNews Aggregation TeamThursday, December 04, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77220/vontobel-taps-jupiter-for-senior-rm
Vontobel has been present in Asia Pacific since 2008Executive MovesEton Solutions Appoints Sandip Shah as Chief Business Officer to Drive Expansion in India and GIFT CityNews Aggregation TeamThursday, December 04, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77221/eton-solutions-appoints-sandip-shah-as-chief-business-officer-to-drive-expansion-in-india-and-gift-city
The platform combines AI-powered tools for deal lifecycle managementExecutive MovesEFG names new Asia head of investmentsNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, December 03, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77211/efg-names-new-asia-head-of-investments
The Swiss bank has appointed a new Asia head of investments through an internal promotion.Executive MovesDeutsche Bank taps BoS for global head of private bank investment solutionsNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, December 03, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77215/deutsche-bank-taps-bos-for-global-head-of-private-bank-investment-solutions
Vivienne Chia will join the German private bank in Frankfurt.Executive MovesNomura IWM nabs Julius Baer banker for GSA desk head roleNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, December 03, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77216/nomura-iwm-nabs-julius-baer-banker-for-gsa-desk-head-role
The NRI veteran has moved to the Japanese private bank in Hong Kong, in what has become an increasingly shallow market for relationship managers servicing the Indian diaspora.Executive MovesPictet WM snaps up ex-UBS banker in SingaporeNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, December 02, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77203/pictet-wm-snaps-up-ex-ubs-banker-in-singapore
The hire follows that of a new Singapore-based market leader from JP Morgan Private Bank.Executive MovesFormer ASIC supervisor joins crypto platform as operating chiefNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, December 02, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77205/former-asic-supervisor-joins-crypto-platform-as-operating-chief
Adam Judd has been named chief operating officer, effective today, joining from CommSec where he was most recently the executive manager, product for nearly four years.Executive MovesCiti Taps Veteran to Lead Japan ECMNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, December 02, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77208/citi-taps-veteran-to-lead-japan-ecm
Effective immediately, the appointment announced on Monday underscores Citi’s efforts to capture accelerating deal flow and deepen client engagement amid rising global investor interest in Japan.Executive MovesTop Koda Capital exec exitsNews Aggregation TeamFriday, November 28, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77194/top-koda-capital-exec-exits
She brought more than 25 years' experience in the financial planning sector.Executive MovesASIC proposes to remake relief instruments for AFS licensees and overseas banksNews TeamThursday, December 04, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77223/asic-proposes-to-remake-relief-instruments-for-afs-licensees-and-overseas-banks
We have assessed that the instruments are operating effectively and continue to form a necessary part of the legislative framework.Legal, Regulation & ComplianceInterest rate of second interest payment for series of retail infrastructure bonds due 2027News TeamThursday, December 04, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77224/interest-rate-of-second-interest-payment-for-series-of-retail-infrastructure-bonds-due-2027
According to the Issue Circular dated 26 November 2024 for the Retail Infrastructure BondsLegal, Regulation & ComplianceASIC issues final warning for urgent action from financial advice industryNews TeamTuesday, December 02, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77207/asic-issues-final-warning-for-urgent-action-from-financial-advice-industry
ASIC encourages AFS licensees and relevant providers to double check the data using these new instructions. Legal, Regulation & ComplianceASIC suspends AFS licence of Focused Financial Advice following failure to replace key personNews TeamFriday, November 28, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77195/asic-suspends-afs-licence-of-focused-financial-advice-following-failure-to-replace-key-person
ASIC also found that FFA was unaware of the breach until ASIC made enquiries of the licensee.Legal, Regulation & ComplianceBanned SMSF Auditor charged with continuing to act whilst disqualified and falsifying documentsNews TeamWednesday, November 26, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77174/banned-smsf-auditor-charged-with-continuing-to-act-whilst-disqualified-and-falsifying-documents
ASIC alleges that between June 2024 and January 2025 Mr Convery continued to act as an SMSF auditor despite knowing that he was disqualified.Legal, Regulation & ComplianceSuper trustees urged to accelerate progress on retirement support for membersNews TeamWednesday, November 26, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77176/super-trustees-urged-to-accelerate-progress-on-retirement-support-for-members
While some trustees have shown leadership by investing significant effortLegal, Regulation & ComplianceReview Group Completes Equities Market Review, Unveils SGX-Nasdaq Dual Listing Bridge, S$30 million “Value Unlock” Package, and Second Batch of EQDP Asset ManagersNews TeamFriday, November 21, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77153/review-group-completes-equities-market-review-unveils-sgx-nasdaq-dual-listing-bridge-s30-million-ampldquovalue-unlockamprdquo-package-and-second-batch-of-eqdp-asset-managers
The bridge aims to attract quality growth companies in Asia with market capitalisation of S$2 billion and above, and which have an Asian nexus and global ambitions, to raise capital from investors in both markets.Legal, Regulation & ComplianceQLD shadow director charged with $8m debt factoring fraud involving Bunnings WarehouseNews TeamFriday, November 21, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77155/qld-shadow-director-charged-with-8m-debt-factoring-fraud-involving-bunnings-warehouse
Debt factoring is where a business makes an agreement with a third-party finance provider to sell its unpaid invoices (accounts receivable) at a discount to receive cash prior to the invoices being due for payment. Legal, Regulation & ComplianceBank of England, Monetary Authority of Singapore and Bank of Thailand to Explore Synchronised FX Settlement Across BordersNews TeamFriday, November 14, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77115/bank-of-england-monetary-authority-of-singapore-and-bank-of-thailand-to-explore-synchronised-fx-settlement-across-borders
We look forward to exploring how synchronised settlement can enhance interoperability across different jurisdictions and infrastructures through this collaboration.Legal, Regulation & ComplianceAPRA releases notes for ICA CEO roundtable on striking the right regulatory balance - October 2025”News TeamFriday, November 14, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77116/apra-releases-notes-for-ica-ceo-roundtable-on-striking-the-right-regulatory-balance-october-2025amprdquo
APRA colleagues and senior representatives from the Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC).Legal, Regulation & ComplianceHSBC Bets Big on Singapore’s High-Growth StartupsNews Aggregation TeamMonday, December 01, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77197/hsbc-bets-big-on-singaporeamprsquos-high-growth-startups
Singapore plays a prominent role in HSBC’s Asia–Pacific ambitions. FinTechJapan's major asset managers mull crypto investment offerings ahead of major rule changes: reportNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, November 25, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77167/japanamp039s-major-asset-managers-mull-crypto-investment-offerings-ahead-of-major-rule-changes-report
The discussions follow Japan’s recent regulatory momentum, including stablecoin initiatives, custody reforms, and broad tax relief proposals.FinTechBain & Company Launches AI Hub in SingaporeNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, November 18, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77130/bain-ampamp-company-launches-ai-hub-in-singapore
The hub will serve as the firm’s regional center for developing and scaling AI solutionsFinTechHow Banks can rewrite the rules of scale with Cloud Technology?News Aggregation TeamMonday, November 17, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77124/how-banks-can-rewrite-the-rules-of-scale-with-cloud-technology
Regulators worldwide are raising the bar on operational resilience and cyber readiness. FinTechUBS’ Blockchain Deal Signals Shift in Global PaymentsNews Aggregation TeamMonday, November 17, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77125/ubsamprsquo-blockchain-deal-signals-shift-in-global-payments
The collaboration highlights a broader shift toward programmable moneyFinTechTransBnk and DigiAlly partner to revolutionise transaction banking in ASEANNews Aggregation TeamFriday, November 14, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77118/transbnk-and-digially-partner-to-revolutionise-transaction-banking-in-asean
These include Fully Digital Onboarding, enabling a completely digital and paperless onboarding process for both corporates and Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs). FinTechGFTN Expands Digital Finance Ecosystem with Five New Global PartnersNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, November 12, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77099/gftn-expands-digital-finance-ecosystem-with-five-new-global-partners
Five global platforms join GFTN to advance open-source, payments, and policy solutions for inclusive digital finance.FinTechBank tech start-up Constantinople doubles losses, seeks more fundingNews Aggregation TeamThursday, November 06, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77069/bank-tech-start-up-constantinople-doubles-losses-seeks-more-funding
The start-up’s accounts, lodged with the Australian Securities and Investments CommissionFinTechFranklin Templeton launches tokenized fund in Hong KongNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, November 05, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77061/franklin-templeton-launches-tokenized-fund-in-hong-kong
The new Luxembourg-registered tokenized fund is available to institutional and professional investors in Hong Kong.FinTechThe HKMA Unveils “Fintech 2030” at the Hong Kong FinTech Week 2025News TeamWednesday, November 05, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77063/the-hkma-unveils-ampldquofintech-2030amprdquo-at-the-hong-kong-fintech-week-2025
The event showcased transformative innovation and charted the direction for the future of fintech in Hong Kong. FinTechAmundi expands fixed income offerings in AsiaNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, December 03, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77213/amundi-expands-fixed-income-offerings-in-asia
Global Bond Income and US Bond Income Funds are now available in Hong Kong and Singapore.Alternative InvestmentsInvesco launches ChiNext 50 ETF in Thailand via depositary receiptsNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, December 02, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77206/invesco-launches-chinext-50-etf-in-thailand-via-depositary-receipts
Invesco has partnered with InnovestX to debut an ChiNext 50 Index ETF on the Stock Exchange of Thailand.Alternative InvestmentsAMP Super continues to deliver strong investment returns for membersNews TeamTuesday, December 02, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77209/amp-super-continues-to-deliver-strong-investment-returns-for-members
All three options are also outperforming the market median over 3, 5 and 10 years. Alternative InvestmentsCarne completes acquisition of Japan Fund Management from Mizuho Trust & BankingNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, December 02, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77214/carne-completes-acquisition-of-japan-fund-management-from-mizuho-trust-ampamp-banking
While such transactions take time to structure and agree, the transition itself has been completed quickly and efficiently once all approvals were in place.Alternative InvestmentsCenturia acquires specialist fund manager ArrowNews Aggregation TeamMonday, December 01, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77198/centuria-acquires-specialist-fund-manager-arrow
Centuria has an established record for successfully integrating complementary funds management businesses Alternative InvestmentsCapital Haus acquires Adelaide advice firm, FUM to exceed $1bnNews Aggregation TeamMonday, December 01, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77199/capital-haus-acquires-adelaide-advice-firm-fum-to-exceed-1bn
Capital Haus founder and chief executive Brendan Gow said the acquisition expands its footprint across Australia.Alternative InvestmentsTemasek merges Pavilion Capital and Seviora GroupNews Aggregation TeamThursday, November 27, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77188/temasek-merges-pavilion-capital-and-seviora-group
Seviora Group will see its assets under management jump from $63bn to $72bn.Alternative InvestmentsSingapore Lowers Barriers to Physical GoldNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, November 26, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77175/singapore-lowers-barriers-to-physical-gold
Backed exclusively by physical gold bars meeting the London Bullion Market Association’s Good Delivery standards, the fund provides investors with exposure to the metal’s price performance while avoiding the logistical costs and security risksAlternative InvestmentsVenture Capital & AI: Accessing the Next Era of Wealth CreationNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, November 26, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77178/venture-capital-ampamp-ai-accessing-the-next-era-of-wealth-creation
Unlike private equity or public markets, VC offers early and often exclusive access to high-growth technology companies, particularly in AI-native sectors, before they scale into dominant global players. Alternative InvestmentsEQT to distribute its private markets strategy through Deutsche BankNews Aggregation TeamMonday, November 24, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77162/eqt-to-distribute-its-private-markets-strategy-through-deutsche-bank
EQT had around 266 billion euros (US$306 billion) of assets under management as of June 2025.Alternative InvestmentsSuper 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 applicationTaxMichael Velten Launches Velten AdvisorsNews Aggregation TeamMonday, April 28, 2025 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/75913/michael-velten-launches-velten-advisors
Velten Advisors offers bespoke, commercially grounded advice, combining technical insight with digital tools to help clients navigate complex tax and governance challenges with greater clarity and confidence.TaxSeizing the reinvention potential: PwC launches new immersive business technology experienceNews TeamThursday, December 12, 2024 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/75134/seizing-the-reinvention-potential-pwc-launches-new-immersive-business-technology-experience
The first iteration of this space has been designed in collaboration with PwC alliance partner Microsoft. TaxNew global minimum tax rules set to start in Hong Kong in 2025News TeamWednesday, November 20, 2024 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/74994/new-global-minimum-tax-rules-set-to-start-in-hong-kong-in-2025
In response to stakeholders’ feedback, the Government is following up with some changes to its tax administration regime. TaxTax and business insights from Hong Kong’s latest Policy AddressNews TeamTuesday, November 19, 2024 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/74985/tax-and-business-insights-from-hong-kongamprsquos-latest-policy-address
By capitalising on the advantages of “One Country, Two Systems,” Hong Kong aims to strengthen its financial, shipping and trade sectors while fostering innovation and collaboration within the Greater Bay Area.TaxA review of the tax regimes in Singapore and Hong KongNews TeamThursday, November 14, 2024 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/74953/a-review-of-the-tax-regimes-in-singapore-and-hong-kong
The position can be improved even further for those who wish to manage their investments from Singapore. TaxChina is now enforcing offshore income tax. Should private bankers be worried?News Aggregation TeamFriday, October 25, 2024 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/74828/china-is-now-enforcing-offshore-income-tax-should-private-bankers-be-worried
“Offshore income has largely been ignored by the tax authorities, but, obviously, that is changing,” a Hong Kong-based wealth advisor told APB.TaxUltra wealthy to feel tax crunch on overseas gainsNews Aggregation TeamThursday, October 17, 2024 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/74761/ultra-wealthy-to-feel-tax-crunch-on-overseas-gains
They added that some of the targeted Chinese had at least US$10 million (HK$78 million) in offshore assetsTaxPrivate Markets to Generate Over Half of Asset Management Revenues by 2030, PwC Forecasts USD200 Trillion AuMNews Aggregation TeamMonday, December 01, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77201/private-markets-to-generate-over-half-of-asset-management-revenues-by-2030-pwc-forecasts-usd200-trillion-aum
PwC identifies four key business models driving growth: full-scale private-to-public platforms, solutions platforms, low-cost manufacturers, and niche specialists.Comment, Analysis & ResearchWealthy but wary - examining the generational transferNews TeamMonday, December 01, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77202/wealthy-but-wary-examining-the-generational-transfer
The draw is diversification and higher return potential, with a growing interest in private credit, which Chisholm views as poised to attract more inflows than private equity in the coming year.Comment, Analysis & ResearchWealth Boom Forces Banks to Rewrite Front Office PlaybookNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, November 26, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77172/wealth-boom-forces-banks-to-rewrite-front-office-playbook
As the report notes, «incremental moves have delivered only a fraction of what is possible», with firms that lean solely on RM headcount expansion «falling short of the larger prize.»Comment, Analysis & ResearchAustralia’s wealthy reach record $4tn as caution climbs beyond Covid levelsNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, November 26, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77177/australiaamprsquos-wealthy-reach-record-4tn-as-caution-climbs-beyond-covid-levels
Australia’s high-net-worth population has grown to 760,000, collectively holding a record $4 trillion in assets, according to LGT Wealth Management’s 2025 State of Wealth report.Comment, Analysis & ResearchCiti: Hong Kong’s Multi-Millionaire Population RisesNews Aggregation TeamThursday, November 20, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77148/citi-hong-kongamprsquos-multi-millionaire-population-rises
The report defines a multimillionaire as an individual with over HK$10 million ($1.3 million) in total net assets and at least HK$1 million in liquid assets.Comment, Analysis & ResearchSchroders’ Hong Kong Unit Records First Positive Asia Equity Flows in YearsNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, November 19, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77140/schrodersamprsquo-hong-kong-unit-records-first-positive-asia-equity-flows-in-years
The development comes after several years Comment, Analysis & ResearchMatt Comyn fronts parliament to warn of troubled times aheadNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, November 18, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77128/matt-comyn-fronts-parliament-to-warn-of-troubled-times-ahead
The stark warning came amid a long-running push from the country’s largest lenderComment, Analysis & ResearchSouth Korea’s jobless rate edges up, but central bank to remain on hold this monthNews TeamFriday, November 14, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77119/south-koreaamprsquos-jobless-rate-edges-up-but-central-bank-to-remain-on-hold-this-month
South Korea’s jobless rate rose in October, but it remains below 3%. The Bank of Korea is expected to keep policy unchanged in November amid concerns about property risk and volatile foreign exchange marketsComment, Analysis & ResearchBanks hire trust lawyers to tap senior wealth marketNews Aggregation TeamWednesday, November 12, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77102/banks-hire-trust-lawyers-to-tap-senior-wealth-market
Banks are ramping up trust-related expertise in response to law firms’ growing push into the same market. Comment, Analysis & ResearchAustralia’s $4trn wealth surge: Are you one of the 760,000?News Aggregation TeamTuesday, November 11, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77092/australiaamprsquos-4trn-wealth-surge-are-you-one-of-the-760000
A look inside the portfolios of the wealthiest investors reveals a structural shift toward private equity and credit.Comment, Analysis & ResearchLloyds completes its first India–UK digital Letter of Credit on WaveBLNews TeamThursday, December 04, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77222/lloyds-completes-its-first-indiaampndashuk-digital-letter-of-credit-on-wavebl
It was executed entirely through the WaveBL platform and demonstrates how digital trade is shifting from long processing cycles to almost real-time execution. Retail BankingOCBC’s First–Mover Advantage in Largest QR Payments MarketNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, December 02, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77210/ocbcamprsquos-firstampndashmover-advantage-in-largest-qr-payments-market
The new capability stems from an expanded partnership with UnionPay International, formalised in Shanghai on 28 November 2025.Retail BankingOCBC adds eight major digital wallets across Southeast Asia to OCBC appNews TeamMonday, November 24, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77163/ocbc-adds-eight-major-digital-wallets-across-southeast-asia-to-ocbc-app
The partnership with Visa makes the OCBC app the most connected banking app in the region with coverage of 10 digital walletsRetail BankingCommonwealth Bank Executive Leadership Team updateNews TeamMonday, November 24, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77164/commonwealth-bank-executive-leadership-team-update
Announcing a change to the bank’s Executive Leadership Team.Retail BankingHang Seng revamps branches, opens wealth centre at Kowloon main branchNews Aggregation TeamThursday, November 20, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77143/hang-seng-revamps-branches-opens-wealth-centre-at-kowloon-main-branch
The bank will open a wealth centre at Harbour City before the year ends.Retail BankingHana Bank fined 18 bln won for mis-selling private fundsNews Aggregation TeamMonday, November 10, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77081/hana-bank-fined-18-bln-won-for-mis-selling-private-funds
While selling the products, which had a combined sales volume of 377.9 billion won, the bank had allegedly distorted or omitted key information, violating its duty to explain investment risksRetail BankingWestpac targets property investors in mortgage lending turnaround planNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, November 04, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77053/westpac-targets-property-investors-in-mortgage-lending-turnaround-plan
The big four bank said profits fell 1 per cent to $6.9 billion in the 12 months to the end of September, the first time that Miller, who was appointed to the top job late last year, has presented the accounts.Retail BankingIslamic finance offers a USD5.5 trillion opportunity to unlock new markets and capitalNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, November 04, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77054/islamic-finance-offers-a-usd55-trillion-opportunity-to-unlock-new-markets-and-capital
Corporate knowledge gap is “an increasingly expensive opportunity cost”Retail BankingDBS and Goldman Sachs complete first-ever interbank over-the-counter cryptocurrency options tradeNews Aggregation TeamFriday, October 31, 2025 12:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77035/dbs-and-goldman-sachs-complete-first-ever-interbank-over-the-counter-cryptocurrency-options-trade
Transaction reflects growing maturation of digital assets as ecosystem begins to adopt best practices of traditional asset classesRetail BankingKorean lenders eye foreign borrowers for growthNews Aggregation TeamMonday, October 20, 2025 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76965/korean-lenders-eye-foreign-borrowers-for-growth
As household lending slows, banks find growth in 2.7 million expat residentsRetail BankingCrédit 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 BankDeutsche Bank featured in SG Enable’s national guide to disability-inclusive employmentNews TeamMonday, August 18, 2025 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76603/deutsche-bank-featured-in-sg-enableamprsquos-national-guide-to-disability-inclusive-employment
Deutsche Bank Singapore’s Neurodiversity@Work programme and dbEnable staff network showcased as models for inclusive hiring and workplace innovation.Investment BankCiti Names Investment Banking Trio in AsiaNews Aggregation TeamTuesday, August 05, 2025 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76521/citi-names-investment-banking-trio-in-asia
Based in Hong Kong, he will join later in the year and report to global head of GAM Ashu Khullar as well as Jan Metzger, head of investment banking for JANA and South Asia.Investment BankAsia’s Best Investment Bank for Financing 2025News TeamWednesday, July 30, 2025 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76493/asiaamprsquos-best-investment-bank-for-financing-2025
The bank was involved in five out of seven US IPOs by Asian issuers in 2024. Investment BankCitigroup plans 15% increase in Japan investment banking workforceNews Aggregation TeamFriday, July 18, 2025 1:00 am
https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76424/citigroup-plans-15-increase-in-japan-investment-banking-workforce
The bank has experienced a significant increase in investment banking fees in Japan, which rose by 140% to $92m as of 10 July 2025, compared to the same period last year, as reported by Dealogic.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