Managers of Wealth - Asia https://asia.managersofwealth.com/ Fri, 01 Aug 2025 18:24:44 BST part of MediaG8way Group https://asia.managersofwealth.com/ https://asia.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Asia KohanaPHP Bank of Singapore's Hong Kong market head exits News Aggregation Team Thursday, July 31, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76503/bank-of-singaporeamp039s-hong-kong-market-head-exits The market head joined in 2018. Wealth and Asset Management Brookfield Oaktree recruits from BlackRock for Greater China head role News Aggregation Team Wednesday, July 30, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76487/brookfield-oaktree-recruits-from-blackrock-for-greater-china-head-role Based in Hong Kong, the new hire will oversee the overall development of private wealth services in Greater China. Wealth and Asset Management Nomura Reports First Quarter Financial Results News Team Wednesday, July 30, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76488/nomura-reports-first-quarter-financial-results Global Markets net revenue stronger QoQ while Investment Banking net revenue was at highest level for Q1 since FY2016/17 when comparisons possible Wealth and Asset Management RBC WM Adds Bankers From UBS, Morgan Stanley, BOS News Aggregation Team Wednesday, July 30, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76492/rbc-wm-adds-bankers-from-ubs-morgan-stanley-bos Chan has over 30 years of experience in financial services Wealth and Asset Management RBC WM boosts Hong Kong and Singapore private banking teams News Aggregation Team Tuesday, July 29, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76481/rbc-wm-boosts-hong-kong-and-singapore-private-banking-teams The Canadian wealth manager has recruited seven new senior bankers in Hong Kong and Singapore. Wealth and Asset Management Insurance exec shares three basic wealth management strategies News Aggregation Team Monday, July 28, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76473/insurance-exec-shares-three-basic-wealth-management-strategies Fast forward five years, post-pandemic, CK Wealth grows steadily, in step with the country’s and local insurance industry’s growth. Wealth and Asset Management Leading law firm for family wealth management at China Business Law Awards 2025 News Team Monday, July 28, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76479/leading-law-firm-for-family-wealth-management-at-china-business-law-awards-2025 The annual China Business Law Awards are based on hundreds of nominations received from China-focused corporate counsels and legal professionals around the world. Wealth and Asset Management Citi Recognized as Best International Bank in Singapore in record haul at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2025 News Team Friday, July 25, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76463/citi-recognized-as-best-international-bank-in-singapore-in-record-haul-at-the-euromoney-awards-for-excellence-2025 Citi also named Best Investment Bank for M&A in Singapore Wealth and Asset Management SCB Julius Baer Highlights Asia Pacific as the Fastest-Growing Wealth Region Globally News Aggregation Team Friday, July 25, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76465/scb-julius-baer-highlights-asia-pacific-as-the-fastest-growing-wealth-region-globally A key finding is the significant impact of the longevity trend on life and financial planning, aligning with a shifting definition of luxury from material consumption to invaluable experiences. Wealth and Asset Management DBS Private Bank, Hamilton Lane offer customised private assets solution in Asia News Team Thursday, July 24, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76457/dbs-private-bank-hamilton-lane-offer-customised-private-assets-solution-in-asia Amid current market turbulence, investing in private assets can offer investors meaningful diversification and enhance portfolio resilience Wealth and Asset Management HSBC Innovation Banking UK appoints Jim Cowles to its Board as Non-Executive Director News Aggregation Team Friday, August 01, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76506/hsbc-innovation-banking-uk-appoints-jim-cowles-to-its-board-as-non-executive-director Jim brings 40 years of experience in the banking and financial services industry, including six years as Chief Executive of Europe, Middle East and Africa at Citi. Executive Moves J.P. Morgan Private Bank Appoints Carrie Tang as Managing Director and Wealth Advisor in Hong Kong News Aggregation Team Thursday, July 31, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76498/jp-morgan-private-bank-appoints-carrie-tang-as-managing-director-and-wealth-advisor-in-hong-kong Based in Hong Kong, Tang will focus on delivering holistic wealth planning solutions to the firm’s clients in the region. Executive Moves Fitzpatricks announces more changes to senior leadership News Aggregation Team Thursday, July 31, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76500/fitzpatricks-announces-more-changes-to-senior-leadership Fitzpatricks Financial Group has announced a reshuffle of its senior leadership as a veteran executive steps down. Executive Moves Two Senior UBS Wealth Managers Exit Amid Indonesia Market Shakeup News Aggregation Team Tuesday, July 29, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76480/two-senior-ubs-wealth-managers-exit-amid-indonesia-market-shakeup Both bankers specialised in the Indonesian market. Executive Moves Fitzpatricks advice GM resigns News Aggregation Team Tuesday, July 29, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76483/fitzpatricks-advice-gm-resigns She will commence a part-time consulting role at Fitzpatricks Advice Partners in October. Executive Moves Former CBA chief economist joins UniSuper News Aggregation Team Tuesday, July 29, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76486/former-cba-chief-economist-joins-unisuper The $149 billion super fund said Halmarick will commence his tenure on 1 August 2025. Executive Moves Ex-J. Safra Sarasin Banker Joins Crypto Wealth Firm News Aggregation Team Monday, July 28, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76472/ex-j-safra-sarasin-banker-joins-crypto-wealth-firm Effective August 1, she will be responsible for building a digital asset-friendly family office platform. Executive Moves Goldman Sachs appoints real estate MD News Aggregation Team Friday, July 25, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76468/goldman-sachs-appoints-real-estate-md Joining this month, he has been appointed to lead the strategic direction and growth of the Australia equity and credit investing platform of the business, as well as expand the group's client base. Executive Moves Vitai Ratanakorn Tapped as New Thai Central Bank Governor News Aggregation Team Thursday, July 24, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76459/vitai-ratanakorn-tapped-as-new-thai-central-bank-governor He was selected over Roong Mallikamas, a deputy governor and long-time Bank of Thailand official. Executive Moves Binance appoints new head of Australia News Aggregation Team Thursday, July 24, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76461/binance-appoints-new-head-of-australia Matt Poblocki, who carries expertise across the commercial, legal and regulatory landscapes, was appointed to the role. Executive Moves Appleby’s Hong Kong Office Shortlisted for Five Awards in the ALB Hong Kong Law Awards 2025 News Team Thursday, July 31, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76495/applebyamprsquos-hong-kong-office-shortlisted-for-five-awards-in-the-alb-hong-kong-law-awards-2025 This recognition reflects Appleby’s ongoing commitment to excellence, innovation, and leadership in legal practice Legal, Regulation & Compliance Ogier ranks as leading SPAC adviser with deals totalling more than US$7 billion in first half of 2025 News Team Thursday, July 31, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76496/ogier-ranks-as-leading-spac-adviser-with-deals-totalling-more-than-us7-billion-in-first-half-of-2025 The move away from Delaware has continued into this year. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Standard Chartered and Alibaba Group Sign Strategic Technology and Growth Partnership News Team Thursday, July 31, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76499/standard-chartered-and-alibaba-group-sign-strategic-technology-and-growth-partnership Two industry powerhouses will work together to advance development and implementation of AI technologies Legal, Regulation & Compliance Aussie regulators update MOU to strengthen financial stability cooperation News Aggregation Team Thursday, July 31, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76502/aussie-regulators-update-mou-to-strengthen-financial-stability-cooperation The updated MOU sets out their respective roles for contributing to financial stability. Legal, Regulation & Compliance FNZ rejects $4.6bn lawsuit as ‘entirely without merit’ News Aggregation Team Wednesday, July 30, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76489/fnz-rejects-46bn-lawsuit-as-amplsquoentirely-without-meritamprsquo The claim names 17 current and former directors and accuses them of breaching fiduciary duties, acting oppressively and authorising transactions that were not on commercial terms. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Banks to put more than $93 million back in the pockets of low-income customers after charging excessive fees News Team Wednesday, July 30, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76490/banks-to-put-more-than-93-million-back-in-the-pockets-of-low-income-customers-after-charging-excessive-fees ASIC Chair Joe Longo said, ‘Despite the improvements banks have made during our surveillance, there is clearly work to be done. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Former financial services company director charged with dishonest conduct News Team Wednesday, July 30, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76491/former-financial-services-company-director-charged-with-dishonest-conduct The charges relate to allegations that between 11 December 2018 and 9 October 2019 Legal, Regulation & Compliance Deutsche Bank and Singapore EAM set for high court showdown News Aggregation Team Monday, July 28, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76474/deutsche-bank-and-singapore-eam-set-for-high-court-showdown Invest Partners Capital Group is suing the German lender for breaching an EAM agreement, alleging the bank poached one of its corporate clients. Legal, Regulation & Compliance SFC and ICAC joint operation against suspected market manipulation and corrupt practices leads to arrest of two former senior executives of listed company News Team Monday, July 28, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76477/sfc-and-icac-joint-operation-against-suspected-market-manipulation-and-corrupt-practices-leads-to-arrest-of-two-former-senior-executives-of-listed-company During the joint operation, the SFC and the ICAC searched 14 locations, including the offices of the listed company and SFC-licensed brokers. Legal, Regulation & Compliance HKMA: Many Stablecoin Applicants Will Be Disappointed News Aggregation Team Friday, July 25, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76466/hkma-many-stablecoin-applicants-will-be-disappointed In anticipation of stablecoin debuts, a number of locally listed stocks have garnered strong investor demand based on mere press releases. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Building trustworthy AI in Indonesian banking: News Team Friday, August 01, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76509/building-trustworthy-ai-in-indonesian-banking A strategic response to OJK AI governance framework FinTech The Ghost of FTX Japan is Still Online News Aggregation Team Thursday, July 31, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76501/the-ghost-of-ftx-japan-is-still-online FTX Japan was acquired by crypto exchange bitFlyer and rebranded as Custodiem in 2024. FinTech Japan’s Zerobank Design Factory to Power New Digital Bank for MUFG News Aggregation Team Wednesday, July 30, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76494/japanamprsquos-zerobank-design-factory-to-power-new-digital-bank-for-mufg Japan’s first digital bank, Minna Bank was founded in 2021 and currently boasts 1.3 million accounts. FinTech Chocolate Finance Expands into Hong Kong Following Funding Round News Aggregation Team Monday, July 28, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76476/chocolate-finance-expands-into-hong-kong-following-funding-round The episode drew criticism over poor communication but did not deter the firm's broader regional ambitions. FinTech Vibhooti Chaturvedi on Embedding AI Across the Wealth Management Value Chain News Aggregation Team Friday, July 25, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76464/vibhooti-chaturvedi-on-embedding-ai-across-the-wealth-management-value-chain For Vibhooti Chaturvedi, Regional Director for South Asia & Australia at Avaloq, AI is no longer a future-facing ambition but a core differentiator shaping how banks serve their clients today. FinTech DBS launches Programmable Rewards, bringing blockchain-powered digital vouchers to DBS PayLah! News Team Tuesday, July 22, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76443/dbs-launches-programmable-rewards-bringing-blockchain-powered-digital-vouchers-to-dbs-paylah Programmable Rewards is a simple, cost-effective and scalable digital voucher solution, powered by DBS Token Services FinTech ChinaAMC launches USD and RMB tokenised money market funds News Aggregation Team Friday, July 18, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76428/chinaamc-launches-usd-and-rmb-tokenised-money-market-funds The launch marks the world’s first tokenized fund denominated in RMB. FinTech Cathay United Bank, Avaloq team up for onshore private banking in Taiwan News Aggregation Team Thursday, July 17, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76417/cathay-united-bank-avaloq-team-up-for-onshore-private-banking-in-taiwan The partnership leverages Avaloq's core banking technology to enhance operational efficiency and client service. FinTech Global Trading Platform eToro Enters Singapore News Aggregation Team Thursday, July 17, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76421/global-trading-platform-etoro-enters-singapore With over 40 million registered users globally, the platform is positioning itself to serve Singapore’s digitally savvy investor community. FinTech Hong Kong’s digital-asset strategy aims to solve ‘real economy problems’, Chris Hui says News Aggregation Team Monday, July 14, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76398/hong-kongamprsquos-digital-asset-strategy-aims-to-solve-amplsquoreal-economy-problemsamprsquo-chris-hui-says Hong Kong’s push for stablecoins and tokenised assets aims to solve global economic challenges, positioning the city as a leading fintech hub FinTech Kiwibank given go-ahead to raise $500m in capital News Aggregation Team Friday, August 01, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76504/kiwibank-given-go-ahead-to-raise-500m-in-capital In December, the government directed the bank's parent company Kiwi Group Capital and Treasury to explore the possibility with local KiwiSaver funds and investment groups. Alternative Investments Rathbones’ Asia and EM funds to launch by year end News Aggregation Team Friday, August 01, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76505/rathbonesamprsquo-asia-and-em-funds-to-launch-by-year-end Firm hired three fund managers in March Alternative Investments Michael Kodari Expands International Operations as KOSEC-Kodari Securities Establishes New Base in Chinas Financial Capital News Team Friday, August 01, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76510/michael-kodari-expands-international-operations-as-kosec-kodari-securities-establishes-new-base-in-chinas-financial-capital The launch marks a major milestone in KOSEC's global expansion and reinforces the firm's enduring commitment to international investment partnerships. Alternative Investments Sequoia denies any ‘undisclosed information’, but further trading concerns emerge News Aggregation Team Thursday, July 31, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76497/sequoia-denies-any-amplsquoundisclosed-informationamprsquo-but-further-trading-concerns-emerge The financial services company’s woes continue amid reports that Ferras Merhi’s licensee, FSGA, invested client funds in Sequoia last year. Alternative Investments Manulife launches shariah global equity fund News Aggregation Team Friday, July 25, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76469/manulife-launches-shariah-global-equity-fund The Manulife Shariah Dynamic Leaders fund targets global large cap companies. Alternative Investments Singapore EAM Paragon on driving 40% of AUM via five funds News Aggregation Team Friday, July 25, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76470/singapore-eam-paragon-on-driving-40-of-aum-via-five-funds The firm has seen success following the launch of its open-ended public market and closed-ended private market funds. Alternative Investments IQ-EQ acquires Gordian Capital Limited, Asia’s first and largest institutional cross border fund platform and fund solutions provider News Team Wednesday, July 23, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76451/iq-eq-acquires-gordian-capital-limited-asiaamprsquos-first-and-largest-institutional-cross-border-fund-platform-and-fund-solutions-provider The acquisition of Gordian Capital Limited represents a further step in IQ-EQ’s global expansion strategy. Alternative Investments UK secures £2 billion investment from major Korean bank News Team Tuesday, July 22, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76441/uk-secures-amppound2-billion-investment-from-major-korean-bank South Korea's oldest banking firm, Shinhan Bank, will facilitate £2 billion of investment into the UK's financial services sector by 2030. Alternative Investments Malaysia Launches Global Challenge for Climate, Social Finance Solutions News Aggregation Team Tuesday, July 22, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76444/malaysia-launches-global-challenge-for-climate-social-finance-solutions Winners will receive cash awards and extended support from programme partners for up to a year. Alternative Investments Jio Financial Services Limited and Allianz to form 50:50 reinsurance joint venture News Team Monday, July 21, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76437/jio-financial-services-limited-and-allianz-to-form-5050-reinsurance-joint-venture The reinsurance joint venture (JV) brings together Jio Financial Services Limited’s local market knowledge and reach, with Allianz’s global underwriting and reinsurance skills and experience Alternative Investments 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 A review of the tax regimes in Singapore and Hong Kong News Team Thursday, 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. Tax China is now enforcing offshore income tax. Should private bankers be worried? News Aggregation Team Friday, 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. Tax Ultra wealthy to feel tax crunch on overseas gains News Aggregation Team Thursday, 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 assets Tax Banking as a Service poised to transform Thailand’s financial ecosystem, PwC Thailand says News Team Friday, October 11, 2024 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/74724/banking-as-a-service-poised-to-transform-thailandamprsquos-financial-ecosystem-pwc-thailand-says The opportunities are growing, but how businesses address the challenges of adopting BaaS will be essential for success. Tax ANZ Bank CEO’s Shameless Self Interest: This Is Why People Hate Bankers News Aggregation Team Thursday, September 26, 2024 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/74630/anz-bank-ceoamprsquos-shameless-self-interest-this-is-why-people-hate-bankers The reason Watson is promoting a capital gains tax is so families are even further incentivised to park their nest eggs under the roofs of their family home. Tax HSBC Opens Health and Wellness Center in Singapore News Aggregation Team Tuesday, July 29, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76484/hsbc-opens-health-and-wellness-center-in-singapore HSBC has launched its first-ever Health and Wellness Center in Singapore Comment, Analysis & Research Westpac cuts house price forecast News Aggregation Team Monday, July 28, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76478/westpac-cuts-house-price-forecast ANZ and BNZ earlier lowered their expectations for increases. Comment, Analysis & Research Family Offices Rethink Investment Strategies Amid Uncertainty News Aggregation Team Wednesday, July 23, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76448/family-offices-rethink-investment-strategies-amid-uncertainty Schroders’ research indicates a growing emphasis on portfolio resilience, with 56 per cent of family offices prioritising it and 46 per cent reducing their risk appetite in the near term. Comment, Analysis & Research Morgan Stanley banker buys two Hong Kong luxury flats in Wong Chuk Hang for US$18.8 million News Aggregation Team Monday, July 21, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76430/morgan-stanley-banker-buys-two-hong-kong-luxury-flats-in-wong-chuk-hang-for-us188-million David Wraight joins a growing list of wealthy investors and financial executives betting on a recovery in the city’s housing market Comment, Analysis & Research Singapore’s millionaires chase longevity and well-being as latest must-haves News Aggregation Team Friday, July 18, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76426/singaporeamprsquos-millionaires-chase-longevity-and-well-being-as-latest-must-haves The region also saw a marked increase in leisure trips compared with business travel. Comment, Analysis & Research Julius Baer: Singapore Tops Priciest Cities Thrice News Aggregation Team Monday, July 14, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76395/julius-baer-singapore-tops-priciest-cities-thrice By goods and services, the city-state was the costliest for cars and women’s handbags. Comment, Analysis & Research OCBC Backs Asia’s Entrepreneurs With Multi-Billion Dollar Bet News Aggregation Team Wednesday, July 09, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76376/ocbc-backs-asiaamprsquos-entrepreneurs-with-multi-billion-dollar-bet More than 1,800 entrepreneurs have already benefited from S$1.5 billion Comment, Analysis & Research Navigating Uncertainty: How Maybank is Positioning for Wealth Leadership Across ASEAN and Beyond News Aggregation Team Monday, July 07, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76353/navigating-uncertainty-how-maybank-is-positioning-for-wealth-leadership-across-asean-and-beyond In this conversation, he shares how Maybank is building a differentiated wealth proposition that speaks directly to this new era of caution, agility, and long-term trust. Comment, Analysis & Research Morgan Stanley’s Christina Au-Yeung: Volatility is an opportunity for trading strategies News Aggregation Team Friday, July 04, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76347/morgan-stanleyamprsquos-christina-au-yeung-volatility-is-an-opportunity-for-trading-strategies Many clients are minded “to stay the course” and seek ways to deploy cash, says Christina Au-Yeung, head of investment management services, Morgan Stanley Private Wealth Management Asia Comment, Analysis & Research Preparing the Next Generation: Succession Strategies for Asia’s Wealth Creators News Aggregation Team Friday, July 04, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76349/preparing-the-next-generation-succession-strategies-for-asiaamprsquos-wealth-creators Practitioners are shifting away from formulaic approaches and instead embracing bespoke, empathy-driven models that reflect the priorities and communication styles of younger beneficiaries. Comment, Analysis & Research Standard Chartered Posts Record Net New Money News Aggregation Team Friday, August 01, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76508/standard-chartered-posts-record-net-new-money Standard Chartered attracted $15.6 billion of net new money in the second quarter of 2025 Retail Banking Citi's New Research Sets Focus on «Invisible Giants» News Aggregation Team Tuesday, July 29, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76482/citiamp039s-new-research-sets-focus-on-amplaquoinvisible-giantsampraquo Citi’s latest investment underscores its ambition to complement its public company research with cutting-edge insights on private market players. Retail Banking Citi Report Reveals State of Cross-Border Remittance Payments across Asia News Aggregation Team Monday, July 28, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76475/citi-report-reveals-state-of-cross-border-remittance-payments-across-asia Asia is a cornerstone of the global remittance market, driven by large migrant worker populations and increasing digital adoption. Retail Banking CIMB Eyes Expansion in Wealth and Treasury in Singapore News Aggregation Team Wednesday, July 23, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76452/cimb-eyes-expansion-in-wealth-and-treasury-in-singapore CIMB is capitalising on Singapore’s dual role as both a thriving private wealth centre and a treasury base for multinational and regional firms. Retail Banking Data, Dollars and Disruption: Finance Leaders Rethink Strategy News Aggregation Team Monday, July 21, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76432/data-dollars-and-disruption-finance-leaders-rethink-strategy The study, developed in partnership with global consultancy EY, surveyed senior finance leaders across 14 markets and seven sectors to track how corporate priorities are shifting in the face of global volatility. Retail Banking Thai DBS bankers sued for defamation in talks about mediation News Aggregation Team Wednesday, July 16, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76407/thai-dbs-bankers-sued-for-defamation-in-talks-about-mediation A hearing took place calling witnesses to a Thai court, in the latest in the case between a former disgruntled DBS team head and her two ex-colleagues. Retail Banking China Construction Bank Expands Its Presence in Zurich News Aggregation Team Thursday, July 10, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76381/china-construction-bank-expands-its-presence-in-zurich Since then, the Zurich RMB hub has served as a platform for renminbi-denominated payment transactions — and as a bridge between two of the world’s most important economic regions. Retail Banking DBS, OCBC and UOB Launch First-of-Its-Kind Report to Understand the Potential Financial Implications of Nature-Related Risks News Aggregation Team Wednesday, July 09, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76373/dbs-ocbc-and-uob-launch-first-of-its-kind-report-to-understand-the-potential-financial-implications-of-nature-related-risks It represents an important initial step by the financial sector to raise industry awareness of nature-related risks and build capability to better assess the financial impact of such risks. Retail Banking NAB welcomes Confirmation of Payee News Team Thursday, July 03, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76337/nab-welcomes-confirmation-of-payee Customers making payments with a BSB and account number in the NAB App and Internet Banking will benefit from the technology as it is rolled out at NAB. Retail Banking UnionBank Private Banking Clinches Top Honors in Wealth and Legacy Planning from Global Private Banker News Aggregation Team Wednesday, July 02, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76328/unionbank-private-banking-clinches-top-honors-in-wealth-and-legacy-planning-from-global-private-banker Organized annually, the Global Private Banker Innovation Awards recognize the world’s leading private banks and wealth management institutions that demonstrate outstanding service, innovation, and leadership. Retail Banking Asia’s Best Investment Bank for Financing 2025 News Team Wednesday, 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 Bank Citigroup plans 15% increase in Japan investment banking workforce News Aggregation Team Friday, 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 Bank Hong Kong ranks among the top 3 in global wealth, with the average wealth per adult reaching 4.7mn News Aggregation Team Tuesday, July 01, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76323/hong-kong-ranks-among-the-top-3-in-global-wealth-with-the-average-wealth-per-adult-reaching-47mn Singapore, Taiwan, South Korea, and Japan have also made it to the top 25. Investment Bank Natixis CIB establishes banking branch in Japan News Team Monday, June 23, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76272/natixis-cib-establishes-banking-branch-in-japan Natixis CIB’s banking licensed activities in Japan will further bridge the bank’s globally recognized capabilities Investment Bank Morgan Stanley Names Asia Revenue Target News Aggregation Team Thursday, June 19, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76252/morgan-stanley-names-asia-revenue-target In the first quarter of 2025, it delivered strong revenues once again in the region with $2.35 billion, up 35 percent year-on-year. Investment Bank BOK head cautious over speedy rate cut News Aggregation Team Friday, June 13, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76217/bok-head-cautious-over-speedy-rate-cut Federal Reserve could lead to a wider rate differential between the two countries, with volatility lingering in the foreign exchange market, influenced by tariff uncertainties surrounding key trade partners. Investment Bank Saxo Bank Launches Fractional Shares Trading in Singapore News Aggregation Team Wednesday, June 11, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76198/saxo-bank-launches-fractional-shares-trading-in-singapore The growing popularity of fractional share trading has also drawn the attention of global regulators. Investment Bank JPMorgan Chase sees growth in Asia Pacific private credit market News Aggregation Team Friday, June 06, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76175/jpmorgan-chase-sees-growth-in-asia-pacific-private-credit-market The U.S. bank has been actively building its private credit business in the region since 2019, targeting mid-sized companies without investment-grade ratings but with strong fundamentals Investment Bank Deutsche Securities wins 2024 Forecast Accuracy Award for Japan from Consensus Economics News Team Tuesday, June 03, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76139/deutsche-securities-wins-2024-forecast-accuracy-award-for-japan-from-consensus-economics The bank's Japan Chief Economist, Kentaro Koyama, received the 2024 Forecast Accuracy Award for Japan from Consensus Economics Investment Bank BTG Pactual Considers Revival of Hong Kong Office News Aggregation Team Tuesday, June 03, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76141/btg-pactual-considers-revival-of-hong-kong-office Scandiuzzi visited Hong Kong as part of a roadshow in China last week that saw a delegation of two dozen Brazilian entrepreneurs and family offices touring major cities including Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen. Investment Bank 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. Planet SOS Australia and Singapore Collaborate to Support Sustainable Infrastructure and Decarbonisation in Southeast Asia News Team Thursday, December 05, 2024 12:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/75090/australia-and-singapore-collaborate-to-support-sustainable-infrastructure-and-decarbonisation-in-southeast-asia The investment will support clean energy transition and sustainable infrastructure development across Southeast Asia. Planet SOS