Managers of Wealth - Asia https://asia.managersofwealth.com/ Thu, 05 Mar 2026 05:51:30 GMT part of MediaG8way Group https://asia.managersofwealth.com/ https://asia.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Asia KohanaPHP Raffles Family Office, GoUpscale and Synpulse Launch Quantive Partners to Build Integrated Wealth Operating Infrastructure for EAMs and MFOs News Team Wednesday, March 04, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77489/raffles-family-office-goupscale-and-synpulse-launch-quantive-partners-to-build-integrated-wealth-operating-infrastructure-for-eams-and-mfos Quantive Partners is designed to address an infrastructure gap in Asia's private wealth ecosystem. Wealth and Asset Management WRISE Group Announces Strategic Partnership in Thailand with IFCG News Team Tuesday, March 03, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77481/wrise-group-announces-strategic-partnership-in-thailand-with-ifcg Strategic alliance with the leading Thai brokerage and advisory firm will see both companies expand capabilities to provide institutional-grade wealth management solutions in the country Wealth and Asset Management PAObank Unveils New Wealth Service, Unlock the Power of a Dual-Advantage Wealth Management Model, Flexibly SWITCH Between Investment and Deposits News Team Tuesday, March 03, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77488/paobank-unveils-new-wealth-service-unlock-the-power-of-a-dual-advantage-wealth-management-model-flexibly-switch-between-investment-and-deposits The wealth service combines the agility of a brokerage with the security of a bank, enabling customers to seamlessly manage investments, insurance, deposits, and more through a single account. Wealth and Asset Management Billionaire Jain Bets on India’s Wealth Boom to Hire, Woo Assets News Aggregation Team Monday, March 02, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77475/billionaire-jain-bets-on-indiaamprsquos-wealth-boom-to-hire-woo-assets IIFL Capital Services Ltd.’s wealth book of about 600 billion rupees ($6.6 billion) will expand 80% to 100% over the next 24 months, Jain said in an interview with Bloomberg News in Mumbai. Wealth and Asset Management Iress seeks buyer post-simplification, appoints interim APAC wealth CEO News Aggregation Team Friday, February 27, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77466/iress-seeks-buyer-post-simplification-appoints-interim-apac-wealth-ceo Following targeted divestments in 2025 to streamline the business and focus on wealth and trading, Iress chief executive Andrew Russell says the technology firm is open to potential sale discussions. Wealth and Asset Management HSBC Launches Largest Wealth Center in Singapore News Aggregation Team Friday, February 27, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77467/hsbc-launches-largest-wealth-center-in-singapore The center boasts 7,884 square feet of space with 14 meeting rooms and, including enclosed teller rooms and private client advisory rooms. Wealth and Asset Management HSBC Holdings plc Annual Results 2025 News Team Thursday, February 26, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77454/hsbc-holdings-plc-annual-results-2025 Our targets and expectations reflect our current outlook for the global macroeconomic environment Wealth and Asset Management Ultra-wealthy investors reshape the rules of wealth management News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 26, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77456/ultra-wealthy-investors-reshape-the-rules-of-wealth-management As wealth grows, the nature of concerns changes. Wealth and Asset Management How Hong Kong became a global wealth magnet News Team Thursday, February 26, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77458/how-hong-kong-became-a-global-wealth-magnet Regulators reported similarly strong momentum within the domestic market. Wealth and Asset Management Security Bank boosts wealth tech strategy with push bid News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 25, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77446/security-bank-boosts-wealth-tech-strategy-with-push-bid The recognition highlights institutions that deliver strong advisory expertise, technology-enabled personalization, and multi-generational wealth solutions. Wealth and Asset Management PGIM Appoints APAC Head of Real Estate News Aggregation Team Wednesday, March 04, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77491/pgim-appoints-apac-head-of-real-estate Fassbender has 23 years of experience at PGIM’s real estate business, serving in various senior positions Executive Moves Sarut Ruttanaporn appointed new CEO of Siam Commercial Bank News Aggregation Team Wednesday, March 04, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77494/sarut-ruttanaporn-appointed-new-ceo-of-siam-commercial-bank Ruttanaporn replaces Kris Chantanotoke, who has completed his contract term as CEO. Executive Moves Hamilton Lane Expands Presence in Japan, Appointing Mika Tashiro as Head of Private Wealth for the Country News Team Monday, March 02, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77473/hamilton-lane-expands-presence-in-japan-appointing-mika-tashiro-as-head-of-private-wealth-for-the-country Appointment underscores firm's commitment to expanding access to private markets for individual investors in Japan Executive Moves HSBC Appoints Singapore Duo to Boost China-ASEAN Link News Aggregation Team Monday, March 02, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77474/hsbc-appoints-singapore-duo-to-boost-china-asean-link She will lead the team to focus on designing, unifying and scaling omnichannel distribution strategies. Executive Moves Withers builds up employment practice in Hong Kong with partner Felda Yeung News Team Monday, March 02, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77476/withers-builds-up-employment-practice-in-hong-kong-with-partner-felda-yeung She also handles cases addressing discrimination issues. Executive Moves Indonesia Investment Authority appoints Eddy Porwanto as acting CEO News Aggregation Team Monday, March 02, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77479/indonesia-investment-authority-appoints-eddy-porwanto-as-acting-ceo Indonesia established INA in December 2020 Executive Moves SocGen Nets Former UBS Banker to Lead Asia ECM News Aggregation Team Monday, March 02, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77480/socgen-nets-former-ubs-banker-to-lead-asia-ecm Cheung has more than 20 years of capital markets experience Executive Moves Capital Group Names Regional Head of ETF Capital Markets News Aggregation Team Friday, February 27, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77464/capital-group-names-regional-head-of-etf-capital-markets We are committed to becoming the partner of choice for financial intermediaries Executive Moves Amova AM CEO appointed executive officer of Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Group News Aggregation Team Friday, February 27, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77465/amova-am-ceo-appointed-executive-officer-of-sumitomo-mitsui-trust-group Stefanie Drews will retain her role at Amova AM Executive Moves Metrics hires Allianz deputy CIO News Aggregation Team Friday, February 27, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77469/metrics-hires-allianz-deputy-cio Brandon Roddis will focus on strengthening investor partnerships across institutional, wholesale and retail markets, while continuing to build a disciplined, scalable business. Executive Moves Hong Kong and Shanghai Ink Digitized Cargo Trade MOU News Team Wednesday, March 04, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77492/hong-kong-and-shanghai-ink-digitized-cargo-trade-mou Under the MOU, research will be jointly conducted on digital technology and its applications Legal, Regulation & Compliance APRA statement on gender pay gap News Team Wednesday, March 04, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77493/apra-statement-on-gender-pay-gap APRA’s 2024 average total remuneration gender pay gap was 5.6%, as reported by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency. Legal, Regulation & Compliance ASIC secures record $350 million in civil penalties and $583 million back to Australians in second half of 2025 News Team Wednesday, February 25, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77449/asic-secures-record-350-million-in-civil-penalties-and-583-million-back-to-australians-in-second-half-of-2025 This is the highest prison sentence imposed by an Australian court in relation to an ASIC criminal investigation Legal, Regulation & Compliance Takaichi’s reflationist BOJ picks nudge yen, boost stocks News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 25, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77451/takaichiamprsquos-reflationist-boj-picks-nudge-yen-boost-stocks Noguchi’s five-year term concludes at the end of March and Nakagawa’s finishes in June. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Malaysia regulator appoints LC Wakaful Digital to operate nation’s first social exchange platform News Aggregation Team Friday, February 20, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77421/malaysia-regulator-appoints-lc-wakaful-digital-to-operate-nationamprsquos-first-social-exchange-platform With the social exchange, we are institutionalising trust in social finance Legal, Regulation & Compliance ASIC releases guidance for operators of employee entitlement schemes News Team Thursday, February 19, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77418/asic-releases-guidance-for-operators-of-employee-entitlement-schemes ASIC will make a new legislative instrument in March 2026 Legal, Regulation & Compliance ASIC commences new review of advice licensees that use lead generation services News Team Wednesday, February 18, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77411/asic-commences-new-review-of-advice-licensees-that-use-lead-generation-services Superannuation trustees should review this list of features and compare it with their own internal data for indications of high-risk superannuation switching conduct. Legal, Regulation & Compliance ASIC cancels AFS licence of Superfast AM Pty Ltd News Team Tuesday, February 17, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77407/asic-cancels-afs-licence-of-superfast-am-pty-ltd Superfast may apply to the Administrative Review Tribunal for a review of ASIC’s decision. Legal, Regulation & Compliance MAS Announces Expansion of Equity Market Development Programme News Team Friday, February 13, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77391/mas-announces-expansion-of-equity-market-development-programme This follows the announcement by the Prime Minister and Minister for Finance at Budget 2026 today to top up the Financial Sector Development Fund to support the expansion of the EQDP. Legal, Regulation & Compliance APRA grants new general insurance licence to AmTrust Specialty Limited News Team Friday, February 13, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77392/apra-grants-new-general-insurance-licence-to-amtrust-specialty-limited The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) has granted AmTrust Specialty Limited a licence to operate as a general insurer (GI) under the Insurance Act 1973. Legal, Regulation & Compliance DBS and Granite Asia partner for AI IPO fund News Aggregation Team Monday, February 23, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77429/dbs-and-granite-asia-partner-for-ai-ipo-fund The AI IPO fund aims to accelerate the region’s AI ecosystem, and give DBS wealth clients exclusive access to IPOs of AI-driven companies in Asia FinTech Asia-Pacific fintech to hit $348.1b by 2031 News Aggregation Team Friday, February 20, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77419/asia-pacific-fintech-to-hit-3481b-by-2031 The market will be driven by mobile-first usage and open API payment rails. FinTech Blackstone Leads Funding of Over $1 Billion to Neysa to Work Towards Building India’s Leading AI Infrastructure Platform News Team Monday, February 16, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77396/blackstone-leads-funding-of-over-1-billion-to-neysa-to-work-towards-building-indiaamprsquos-leading-ai-infrastructure-platform We believe Neysa has the best management team in this space FinTech DBS is First Bank in Asia Pacific to Pilot Visa Intelligent Commerce for Everyday Payments News Team Monday, February 16, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77400/dbs-is-first-bank-in-asia-pacific-to-pilot-visa-intelligent-commerce-for-everyday-payments The collaboration validates AI-ready card credentials, authentication and payment signals on Visa Intelligent Commerce, ensuring ecosystem readiness for secure, agent-initiated payments FinTech Kyndryl to Modernize Yamaguchi Financial Group's Core Banking System into a Multi‑Bank Platform News Team Friday, February 13, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77390/kyndryl-to-modernize-yamaguchi-financial-groupamp039s-core-banking-system-into-a-multibank-platform This initiative will streamline group operations and support future business expansion via an IT platform that enables new financial institutions to join and begin operations quickly and efficiently. FinTech Fosun Wealth Holdings' FinChain has reached a deep strategic cooperation with Avalanche. News Team Wednesday, February 11, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77374/fosun-wealth-holdingsamp039-finchain-has-reached-a-deep-strategic-cooperation-with-avalanche FinChain to Integrate the Avalanche Network, Targeting the Development of RWA Tokenization for Traditional Financial Assets in Asia. FinTech New Zealand watchdog warns against Ponzi-style investment scam BG Wealth/DSJ EX News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 10, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77367/new-zealand-watchdog-warns-against-ponzi-style-investment-scam-bg-wealthdsj-ex The scammers then tell them to transfer their cryptocurrency into a so-called trading account on a fake app. FinTech Stablecoins and Australia's financial architecture: A policy choice, not a technology question News Team Tuesday, February 10, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77369/stablecoins-and-australiaamp039s-financial-architecture-a-policy-choice-not-a-technology-question The question isn't whether stablecoins will be adopted. FinTech Scam alert related to banks News Team Friday, February 06, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77358/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. FinTech HKMA unveils Fintech Promotion Blueprint: From adoption to advancement News Team Wednesday, February 04, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77342/hkma-unveils-fintech-promotion-blueprint-from-adoption-to-advancement With Data Excellence and Cyber Resilience being the foundational pillars, the Blueprint aims to further strengthen the banking sector’s ability to better manage risks associated with advanced technologies. FinTech Nomura Lists New ETF Designed to Track Performance of FTSE Japan ex-REITs High Income Cash Flow 50 Index on TSE News Team Tuesday, March 03, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77482/nomura-lists-new-etf-designed-to-track-performance-of-ftse-japan-ex-reits-high-income-cash-flow-50-index-on-tse FTSE Russell is a trading name of certain of the LSE Group companies. Alternative Investments Spark Capital PWM Opens New Kochi Office to Serve Kerala's Growing UHNW and NRI Clients News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 03, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77483/spark-capital-pwm-opens-new-kochi-office-to-serve-keralaamp039s-growing-uhnw-and-nri-clients The expansion comes in response to strong demand from Kerala, which has driven significant growth in Spark Capital PWM’s local team. Alternative Investments AllianzGI to clamp down on executive remuneration and non-independent chairs News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 03, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77487/allianzgi-to-clamp-down-on-executive-remuneration-and-non-independent-chairs Allianz Global Investors has announced new rules for its global proxy voting policies in 2026. Alternative Investments WT Financial completes multi-year transformation to B2B advice platform News Aggregation Team Monday, March 02, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77477/wt-financial-completes-multi-year-transformation-to-b2b-advice-platform Scaling up its B2B platform and improved adviser productivity has helped WT Financial to report strong half-year results. Alternative Investments Five signs it’s time to switch superannuation funds News Aggregation Team Monday, March 02, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77478/five-signs-itamprsquos-time-to-switch-superannuation-funds Whether you are near retirement age or still have many decades of your working life ahead of you Alternative Investments Future Group to buy Towers Watson RSE licence News Aggregation Team Friday, February 27, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77468/future-group-to-buy-towers-watson-rse-licence Future Group entered an agreement with Willis Towers Watson in July 2025 to acquire the extended public offer licence and is currently awaiting regulatory approval, Financial Standard understands. Alternative Investments Lumen Capital Grows Into New Offices in CapitaGreen News Aggregation Team Friday, February 27, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77470/lumen-capital-grows-into-new-offices-in-capitagreen Though not defined by its office, the modern new space is significant as it signals the development of the firm. Alternative Investments PWMA welcomes Hong Kong’s ambitions to become a global premium arts trading hub News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 26, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77460/pwma-welcomes-hong-kongamprsquos-ambitions-to-become-a-global-premium-arts-trading-hub A global premium arts trading hub will complement the broader private wealth ecosystem, the PWMA said. Alternative Investments Japan and European markets climb as S&P 500 remains flat year-to-date News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 25, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77447/japan-and-european-markets-climb-as-sampampp-500-remains-flat-year-to-date BlackRock argues it’s not too late to jump into Japan and Europe as they continue to outperform US equity markets. Alternative Investments Higher value clients boost Insignia advisers’ H1 revenue News Aggregation Team Monday, February 23, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77430/higher-value-clients-boost-insignia-advisersamprsquo-h1-revenue Insignia Financial has reported a 14 per cent increase in revenue per adviser as it focuses on higher value clients. Alternative Investments Moore Australia appoints Michael Sutherland as national head of quality News Aggregation Team Monday, 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. Tax 14,858 tax residents failing to declare offshore accounts News Aggregation Team Thursday, 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. Tax Experts warn undisclosed offshore accounts raise red flags despite legality News Aggregation Team Wednesday, 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 failures Tax Super trustees push for taxpayer bailout after First Guardian failure News Aggregation Team Monday, 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. Tax As wealthy Koreans flock overseas in search of greener pastures, experts blame inheritence tax News Aggregation Team Tuesday, 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. Tax James Russell discusses how recent tax legislation changes firmly establish Hong Kong as a global leader for family offices. News Team Wednesday, 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 application Tax Michael Velten Launches Velten Advisors News Aggregation Team Monday, 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. Tax Seizing the reinvention potential: PwC launches new immersive business technology experience News Team Thursday, 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. Tax New global minimum tax rules set to start in Hong Kong in 2025 News Team Wednesday, 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. Tax Tax and business insights from Hong Kong’s latest Policy Address News Team Tuesday, 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. Tax Financial intermediaries eye geographical expansion and strategic partnerships in 2026: Bank of Singapore survey News Team Wednesday, March 04, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77490/financial-intermediaries-eye-geographical-expansion-and-strategic-partnerships-in-2026-bank-of-singapore-survey This comes as the FIM industry undergoes long-term structural change to meet evolving needs of clients. Comment, Analysis & Research Banks roll out God of Wealth Day promotions News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 26, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77463/banks-roll-out-god-of-wealth-day-promotions This week, Vietcombank will award 30 chi of gold to its three luckiest customers as a Lunar New Year wish for prosperity and smooth fortune (a chi is a Vietnamese unit of gold equal to 3.75 grams). Comment, Analysis & Research Family offices impose strict rules, divorce leads to loss of asset control News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 24, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77441/family-offices-impose-strict-rules-divorce-leads-to-loss-of-asset-control Others require any member who divorces to step down from the board and cease involvement in managing family assets to mitigate family-related risks. Comment, Analysis & Research Banking on the Heart of Japan News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 18, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77413/banking-on-the-heart-of-japan As a pillar of the regional economy, Gunma Bank provides the financial stability and consulting support that local industries need to thrive. Comment, Analysis & Research Hong Kong banks lure wealthy clients with gold, mahjong sets, fireworks during holiday News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 17, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77403/hong-kong-banks-lure-wealthy-clients-with-gold-mahjong-sets-fireworks-during-holiday HSBC, Hang Seng Bank, Standard Chartered, Citibank and DBS offer the metal to select clients while it hovers near a record high Comment, Analysis & Research Hong Kong is now home to 3,384 single-family offices after adding 681 in two years, market study shows News Team Thursday, February 12, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77380/hong-kong-is-now-home-to-3384-single-family-offices-after-adding-681-in-two-years-market-study-shows Hong Kong's asset and wealth management industry continues to demonstrate exceptional strength, with family offices emerging as a crucial component of this success story. Comment, Analysis & Research Hong Kong’s statutory minimum wage to rise to HK$43.1 per hour News Team Thursday, February 12, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77381/hong-kongamprsquos-statutory-minimum-wage-to-rise-to-hk431-per-hour The above proposed amendments are scheduled to be tabled in the Legislative Council on 25 February 2026. Comment, Analysis & Research Allianz Retire+ updates AGILE, slashes fees News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 12, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77386/allianz-retire-updates-agile-slashes-fees The changes include Allianz Retire+ moving to gender-specific pricing for lifetime income rates. Comment, Analysis & Research Hong Kong's single-family offices total surpasses 3 380, injecting over $10 billion annually into local economy News Team Tuesday, February 10, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77373/hong-kongamp039s-single-family-offices-total-surpasses-3-380-injecting-over-10-billion-annually-into-local-economy This represents an increase of about 680 offices over the past two years, equivalent to a growth of more than 25 per cent. Comment, Analysis & Research More than 50 advisers depart Sequoia News Aggregation Team Monday, February 09, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77364/more-than-50-advisers-depart-sequoia Interprac’s parent company, Sequoia Group, has lost more than 50 advisers in the last four months with the share price taking a significant hit after its Shield/First Guardian association. Comment, Analysis & Research Large private banks aim to maintain high credit growth in 2026 News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 03, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77484/large-private-banks-aim-to-maintain-high-credit-growth-in-2026 VCBS believes that dynamic private banks are expected to continue leading credit growth with a projected loan portfolio expansion exceeding 20 per cent. Retail Banking Asian banks’ billions in Gulf loans at risk amid Middle East turmoil News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 03, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77485/asian-banksamprsquo-billions-in-gulf-loans-at-risk-amid-middle-east-turmoil That surge now faces a critical test, as the Iran crisis threatens to reshape lending strategies and cast uncertainty over the banks’ pursuit of opportunities in the region. Retail Banking RCBC reframes retail banking around employee primacy and programme-led growth News Aggregation Team Tuesday, March 03, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77486/rcbc-reframes-retail-banking-around-employee-primacy-and-programme-led-growth Rather than chase scale, RCBC aims to design programmes that bundle various services around a single, strong relationship. Retail Banking Singapore banks finish lower; STI down 0.4% News Aggregation Team Wednesday, February 25, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77452/singapore-banks-finish-lower-sti-down-04 The other local banks also slipped. Retail Banking UOB’s FY25 operating profit at S$7.7 billion News Team Tuesday, February 24, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77444/uobamprsquos-fy25-operating-profit-at-s77-billion Resilient earnings driven by strong fee momentum across our diversified franchise Retail Banking Citi Launches New Korea Desk in the US News Aggregation Team Monday, February 23, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77436/citi-launches-new-korea-desk-in-the-us Citi Promotes Asia Corporate Banker to Global Role Retail Banking EastWest Bank profit climbs 21% to $156.4m in 2025 News Aggregation Team Thursday, February 19, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77417/eastwest-bank-profit-climbs-21-to-1564m-in-2025 Revenue was up 20% with stronger operating leverage. Retail Banking South Korea lending rate to fall to 3.16% by 2028 News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 17, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77401/south-korea-lending-rate-to-fall-to-316-by-2028 Borrowing costs will extend their downward trend after a 21% drop in 2023. Retail Banking Citi Lifted Price Targets For Singapore’s Big Three Banks News Aggregation Team Tuesday, February 17, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77402/citi-lifted-price-targets-for-singaporeamprsquos-big-three-banks DBS, OCBC, and UOB got higher targets as Citi pointed to stronger ROE and dividends, improving fee and credit trends, and wealth income as the next re-rating driver. Retail Banking Kotak Mahindra Bank to add 500 engineers amid tech push – report News Aggregation Team Friday, February 06, 2026 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/77352/kotak-mahindra-bank-to-add-500-engineers-amid-tech-push-ampndash-report The lender is looking to hire from large technology firms and other banks to build a “technology company with a banking licence.” Retail Banking AMP Bank opens SuperEdge for business News Team Friday, 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 Bank AMP Bank re-enters SMSF lending with SuperEdge News Team Tuesday, 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 Bank MUFG to Deepen Asset Management Partnership with Morgan Stanley News Aggregation Team Tuesday, 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 Bank Crédit Agricole CIB Extends Hong Kong Lease to 2034 News Aggregation Team Monday, 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 decade Investment Bank UOB Achieves Strong Growth in Its Cross-Border Business Across ASEAN and Greater China as Companies Move Supply Chains to Region News Aggregation Team Friday, 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 Bank DBS Hong Kong launches Regional Investment Corridors initiative to forge new cross-border growth channels across Asia News Team Friday, 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 Japan Investment Bank Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank and Indosuez Wealth Management Inaugurate New Singapore Office to Support Local and Regional Growth Momentum News Aggregation Team Friday, 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 Bank Deutsche Bank closes USD 184M ECA financing for Thailand’s THAICOM10 satellite project News Team Friday, 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 Bank Goldman Sachs Expands Mumbai Presence With New Office Opening News Aggregation Team Wednesday, 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 Bank Deutsche Bank featured in SG Enable’s national guide to disability-inclusive employment News Team Monday, 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 Bank Singapore backs global push for sustainable cooling as cities step up heat action at COP30 News Aggregation Team Wednesday, 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 SOS Standard Chartered launches sustainable escrow and account bank solution News Team Tuesday, 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 goals Planet SOS CIMB commits RM300 billion to power a greener and more inclusive ASEAN economy by 2030 News Team Tuesday, 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 region Planet SOS How advisers can navigate ESG fund closures News Aggregation Team Tuesday, 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 SOS Nomura Issues Report on Avoided Emissions from Investor Perspective News Team Thursday, 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 SOS DBS named World’s Best Bank for Sustainable Finance by Global Finance News Team Monday, 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 SMEs Planet SOS Policy and investment need to prioritise renewable energy News Aggregation Team Monday, 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 sector Planet SOS Trump’s climate policy and its impact on investments News Team Thursday, 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 SOS Mirova Commits USD10 million to Global Commercial & Industrial Solar Leader ecoligo to Fuel Its Growth in Vietnam News Team Friday, 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 SOS Bank DBS Indonesia introduces first ever Sustainability-Linked Trade Finance Facility for PT. Indo-Rama Synthetics Tbk | Bahasa News Team Thursday, 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. 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