Managers of Wealth - Asia https://asia.managersofwealth.com/ Sat, 21 Jun 2025 08:05:04 BST part of MediaG8way Group https://asia.managersofwealth.com/ https://asia.managersofwealth.com/assets/images/logo.png Managers of Wealth - Asia KohanaPHP Nomura IWM partners Allspring for global income fund News Aggregation Team Friday, June 20, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76257/nomura-iwm-partners-allspring-for-global-income-fund The Japanese private bank will distribute the Allspring Global Income Fund, addressing clients' growing appetite for income solutions. Wealth and Asset Management Joyce Woo on Compliance and Technology in Wealth Management News Aggregation Team Friday, June 20, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76260/joyce-woo-on-compliance-and-technology-in-wealth-management Speaking alongside other industry experts, Woo addressed delays in compliance processes, the complexities of adopting artificial intelligence (AI), Wealth and Asset Management DBS Strengthens Ties with Austrade to Boost Regional News Aggregation Team Friday, June 20, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76263/dbs-strengthens-ties-with-austrade-to-boost-regional The bank has played a growing role in facilitating regional expansion strategies for Australian corporates Wealth and Asset Management Hong Leong Bank's Jeffrey Yap talks offshore push via Lombard Odier News Aggregation Team Thursday, June 19, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76249/hong-leong-bankamp039s-jeffrey-yap-talks-offshore-push-via-lombard-odier In just six months, the former HSBC fund selector is shaking up the Malaysian bank's wealth unit, forging a partnership with Lombard Odier and hiring to catch up with more established players in Singapore. Wealth and Asset Management Singapore's Golden Rise: Why the World’s Wealth Is Moving East News Aggregation Team Wednesday, June 18, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76238/singaporeamp039s-golden-rise-why-the-worldamprsquos-wealth-is-moving-east Singapore has rapidly emerged as a top destination for wealthy individuals and families seeking security, efficiency, and long-term value, Joshua Rotbart writes in a guest contribution on finews.asia. Wealth and Asset Management Standard Chartered sees affluent clients putting more money to work in Hong Kong News Aggregation Team Tuesday, June 17, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76226/standard-chartered-sees-affluent-clients-putting-more-money-to-work-in-hong-kong ‘Our clients’ interest in investing has grown,’ Eliza Law, head of the bank’s affluent segment and distribution in Hong Kong, says Wealth and Asset Management Chubb Launches First Hong Kong Wealth Center News Aggregation Team Tuesday, June 17, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76227/chubb-launches-first-hong-kong-wealth-center The center is located in the tourism district of Tsim Sha Tsui and features a 10,000-square-foot signature lounge designed to deliver bespoke wealth management services. Wealth and Asset Management Noah Holdings and ARK Wealth Outline Strategic Wealth Allocation Framework for Navigating Market Volatility News Team Tuesday, June 17, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76230/noah-holdings-and-ark-wealth-outline-strategic-wealth-allocation-framework-for-navigating-market-volatility To address this, Noah has developed the Strategic Asset Allocation Pyramid Model. Wealth and Asset Management Kiatnakin Phatra Partners With Goldman Sachs AM to Expand Global Investment Capabilities News Aggregation Team Tuesday, June 17, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76234/kiatnakin-phatra-partners-with-goldman-sachs-am-to-expand-global-investment-capabilities The collaboration aims to deepen global portfolio exposure for Thai investors, whose current overseas allocations remain relatively low. Wealth and Asset Management Sumitomo Mitsui and SBI to launch wealth management joint venture News Aggregation Team Monday, June 16, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76218/sumitomo-mitsui-and-sbi-to-launch-wealth-management-joint-venture The amount of assets held is also expected to rise by about a third to ¥953 trillion by the end of fiscal 2035 compared with the end of fiscal 2024. Wealth and Asset Management UBS GWM names new Dubai-based NRI head News Aggregation Team Friday, June 20, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76258/ubs-gwm-names-new-dubai-based-nri-head The bank's new NRI head will oversee the increasingly important corridor between Asia and the Middle East. Executive Moves HSBC Names Wealth Solutions Head in Singapore News Aggregation Team Friday, June 20, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76259/hsbc-names-wealth-solutions-head-in-singapore HSBC has appointed Ishan Sarkar as head of wealth and premier solutions for Singapore Executive Moves UBS Appoints Asia Asset Management Head News Aggregation Team Friday, June 20, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76261/ubs-appoints-asia-asset-management-head He will also become a member of the unit's management team and the broader APAC management team. Executive Moves Amanda Ong Appointed Singapore CEO of Arta Finance, Expands Role as Global Head of Partnerships News Aggregation Team Thursday, June 19, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76248/amanda-ong-appointed-singapore-ceo-of-arta-finance-expands-role-as-global-head-of-partnerships Based in Singapore, Ong will continue to report to Group CEO Caesar Sengupta. Executive Moves Bank J. Safra Sarasin bolsters Asia leadership with major hires and signals robust expansion in the region News Team Thursday, June 19, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76255/bank-j-safra-sarasin-bolsters-asia-leadership-with-major-hires-and-signals-robust-expansion-in-the-region The new team will focus on further driving the Bank’s business development in the Greater China markets. Executive Moves StanChart Nabs Ex-DBS Executive for Private Markets News Team Thursday, June 19, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76256/stanchart-nabs-ex-dbs-executive-for-private-markets In this new role, she is responsible for leading the private markets build-out for the bank in Greater China. Executive Moves Pacific Current Group appoints new chair News Aggregation Team Wednesday, June 18, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76246/pacific-current-group-appoints-new-chair He will commence on July 1 Executive Moves DBS to add 100 wealth bankers in Hong Kong as clients trade more News Aggregation Team Tuesday, June 17, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76225/dbs-to-add-100-wealth-bankers-in-hong-kong-as-clients-trade-more DBS is also looking to add another wealth management hub in the city next year to offer products including insurance and financial planning services, he said. Executive Moves Blair Beaton steps down as ASX Group Executive Listings News Aggregation Team Tuesday, June 17, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76231/blair-beaton-steps-down-as-asx-group-executive-listings In leading Listings Mr Beaton was responsible for the origination of listed primary and secondary equity and investment products. Executive Moves Swedish asset manager EQT hires David Kim as head of Korea real estate News Aggregation Team Tuesday, June 17, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76232/swedish-asset-manager-eqt-hires-david-kim-as-head-of-korea-real-estate He will lead the company’s real estate investment strategy and operations in Korea. Executive Moves APAC regulators putting bigger focus on climate risks, says UN News Aggregation Team Friday, June 20, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76262/apac-regulators-putting-bigger-focus-on-climate-risks-says-un The report says central bank mandates vary across the region in terms of how explicitly regulators can address the impacts of climate change Legal, Regulation & Compliance HKMC alerts public of fraudulent website News Team Thursday, June 19, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76250/hkmc-alerts-public-of-fraudulent-website The HKMC urges the public to beware of suspicious calls, websites or other communications, and to remain vigilant in protecting personal information. Legal, Regulation & Compliance APRA consults on proposals for instruments relating to section 66 of the Banking Act News Team Thursday, June 19, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76251/apra-consults-on-proposals-for-instruments-relating-to-section-66-of-the-banking-act APRA’s proposals pertain to section 66 exemption and determination instruments that are due to sunset later this year or that require updating to reflect current practice. Legal, Regulation & Compliance ASIC takes steps to appoint receivers to Australian Fiduciaries Ltd as investigation continues News Team Monday, June 16, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76220/asic-takes-steps-to-appoint-receivers-to-australian-fiduciaries-ltd-as-investigation-continues ASIC’s application seeks to preserve the assets of the scheme and obtain a clearer picture of the financial position of Australian Fiduciaries and its schemes while ASIC continues its investigation. Legal, Regulation & Compliance SFC proposes to further restrict use of misleading names to enhance investor protection News Team Friday, June 13, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76213/sfc-proposes-to-further-restrict-use-of-misleading-names-to-enhance-investor-protection The proposal will also cover titles that may imply an association with established exchanges, VATPs and other similar entities. Legal, Regulation & Compliance ASIC bans former financial adviser Glenda Rogan for 10 years News Team Friday, June 13, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76214/asic-bans-former-financial-adviser-glenda-rogan-for-10-years ASIC found that Ms Rogan did not comply with a financial services law by engaging in misleading or deceptive conduct. Legal, Regulation & Compliance ASIC cracks down on unlawful finfluencers in global push against misconduct News Team Friday, June 13, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76215/asic-cracks-down-on-unlawful-finfluencers-in-global-push-against-misconduct Last week, ASIC and regulators from the United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, Italy, Hong Kong and Canada took coordinated actions to crack down on unauthorised finfluencers. Legal, Regulation & Compliance APRA proposes changes to capital framework for annuity products News Team Friday, June 13, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76216/apra-proposes-changes-to-capital-framework-for-annuity-products The proposed changes would allow reduced capital requirements for annuity products in return for enhanced risk management by life insurers, including closer matching of assets and liabilities. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Stephenson Harwood wins four awards at WealthBriefingAsia and Greater China Awards 2025 News Team Thursday, June 12, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76203/stephenson-harwood-wins-four-awards-at-wealthbriefingasia-and-greater-china-awards-2025 Stephenson Harwood’s international private wealth team provides clients with comprehensive support across a wide range of matters including succession planning, tax optimisation, wealth structuring, and asset protection. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Australia’s property rules may push global capital to NZ News Aggregation Team Thursday, June 12, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76205/australiaamprsquos-property-rules-may-push-global-capital-to-nz This policy aims to address concerns around housing affordability and availability. Legal, Regulation & Compliance Mastercard onboards customers up to four times faster with Cloud Edge News Team Monday, June 16, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76222/mastercard-onboards-customers-up-to-four-times-faster-with-cloud-edge Backed by leading cloud providers like AWS, Cloud Edge gives customers greater flexibility and choice FinTech Digital Solutions the Way Forward as Financial Institutions Capitalise on Wealth Management Opportunities in Hong Kong and Singapore News Aggregation Team Friday, June 13, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76212/digital-solutions-the-way-forward-as-financial-institutions-capitalise-on-wealth-management-opportunities-in-hong-kong-and-singapore Hong Kong and Singapore retain their status as key wealth management centres and remain well-positioned to capitalise on growth in personal investable assets FinTech Hong Kong Outpaces Singapore in Wealth Tech Adoption News Aggregation Team Thursday, June 12, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76207/hong-kong-outpaces-singapore-in-wealth-tech-adoption The gap between the two hubs widens further when it comes to the adoption of specific tech capabilities. FinTech MoneyHero Group Expands Digital Asset Wealth Product Offerings in Hong Kong in Strategic Collaboration with OSL News Team Monday, June 09, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76184/moneyhero-group-expands-digital-asset-wealth-product-offerings-in-hong-kong-in-strategic-collaboration-with-osl The collaboration with OSL, a leading regulated platform in Asia, marks MoneyHero's strategic expansion into the digital asset landscape, empowering users to make smarter and more informed financial decisions FinTech WealthTHINK India 2025: A Turning Point for Private Wealth Management in India News Aggregation Team Monday, June 09, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76185/wealththink-india-2025-a-turning-point-for-private-wealth-management-in-india WealthTHINK India 2025 brings together over 50 of the country’s most influential private banking FinTech Ant International Pushes AI Strategy with AI Platform for Fintechs News Team Thursday, June 05, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76161/ant-international-pushes-ai-strategy-with-ai-platform-for-fintechs Three-pronged AI strategy focuses on AI security, Vertical Fintech Expertise, and Full-stack AI platform support FinTech Scam alert related to banks News Team Thursday, June 05, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76168/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 Nomupay expands in Japan with $40 million investment from SoftBank News Aggregation Team Wednesday, June 04, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76156/nomupay-expands-in-japan-with-40-million-investment-from-softbank The new investment signals the beginning of a partnership between Nomupay and SB Payment Service Corp (SBPS) to provide access to the Japanese market. FinTech Apex Group announces successful acquisition of Iress News Team Tuesday, June 03, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76144/apex-group-announces-successful-acquisition-of-iress The acquisition further strengthens Apex Group’s position in the broader Australian market and superannuation in particular. FinTech Inclusive Innovation from the South: How Indonesia’s QRIS is Reshaping Digital Finance News Aggregation Team Monday, June 02, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76135/inclusive-innovation-from-the-south-how-indonesiaamprsquos-qris-is-reshaping-digital-finance QRIS, launched in 2019 by Bank Indonesia, now boasts over 50 million users and 32 million merchants—92% of whom are MSMEs. FinTech Oaktree’s Howard Marks Backs China, Calls for Broader Access to Asset Classes News Aggregation Team Thursday, June 19, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76247/oaktreeamprsquos-howard-marks-backs-china-calls-for-broader-access-to-asset-classes What’s stopping foreign investors from entering China? Howard Marks weighs in on the barriers and opportunities. Alternative Investments BT launches global fund with $1.9tn asset manager News Aggregation Team Wednesday, June 18, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76240/bt-launches-global-fund-with-19tn-asset-manager With a minimum time frame of seven years, it aims to provide investors with a total investment return that outperforms the MSCI ACWI ex Australia. Alternative Investments Prudential Launches New Office in Singapore News Aggregation Team Wednesday, June 18, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76241/prudential-launches-new-office-in-singapore It includes two and a half floors for its corporate office, five floors for its agency office and one share floor, housing a total of 1,200 corporate employees and 5,400 financial representatives in its agency. Alternative Investments Chubb Life Hong Kong Launches Chubb 1792 Club, a Prestigious Global Wealth Centre Designed to Elevate Customer Experience News Team Tuesday, June 17, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76229/chubb-life-hong-kong-launches-chubb-1792-club-a-prestigious-global-wealth-centre-designed-to-elevate-customer-experience The growth trend is particularly evident in the life insurance sector, which saw record-breaking sales in 2024 as both local residents and mainland Chinese visitors sought protection and wealth management solutions. Alternative Investments Asia investors are the most pessimistic News Aggregation Team Tuesday, June 17, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76233/asia-investors-are-the-most-pessimistic Investors in Asia are among the most negative on the outlook for their finances. Alternative Investments Fund managers seek offshore flows with Cayman offerings News Aggregation Team Monday, June 16, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76221/fund-managers-seek-offshore-flows-with-cayman-offerings The familiarity of the Cayman structure is an attractive option for international investors who may be unable to access Australian unit trusts. Alternative Investments PL Group Debuts as New Powerhouse in Investment Migration News Aggregation Team Monday, June 16, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76224/pl-group-debuts-as-new-powerhouse-in-investment-migration The group has made its debut with leadership changes and ambitious plans to serve an elite international clientele. Alternative Investments Dai-ichi Life Group and Capgemini sign multi-year agreement to establish a Global Capability Center in India to drive international digital transformation News Team Thursday, June 12, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76204/dai-ichi-life-group-and-capgemini-sign-multi-year-agreement-to-establish-a-global-capability-center-in-india-to-drive-international-digital-transformation It is designed with the flexibility to expand into other countries based on market needs and potential, to support the global ambitions of Dai-ichi Life Group. Alternative Investments CBRE expands advisory services business in Indonesia News Aggregation Team Wednesday, June 11, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76195/cbre-expands-advisory-services-business-in-indonesia Angela Wibawa will join CBRE as managing director, advisory services, Indonesia. Alternative Investments Banks' bond issuance soars threefold in first five months News Aggregation Team Wednesday, June 11, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76200/banksamp039-bond-issuance-soars-threefold-in-first-five-months During this period, bank bonds constituted 67.1 per cent of the total issuances, overshadowing the real estate sector, which accounted for only 20.8 per cent. 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 Asia Pacific leads family office growth News Aggregation Team Thursday, June 19, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76253/asia-pacific-leads-family-office-growth Most family offices in the region are still led by the first generation. Comment, Analysis & Research NAB boss slammed for 'peak boomer' advice for building wealth amid a housing crisis News Aggregation Team Thursday, June 19, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76254/nab-boss-slammed-for-amp039peak-boomeramp039-advice-for-building-wealth-amid-a-housing-crisis Alan Oster, who retired in March after 32 years with NAB, shared his views on building wealth in a recent interview with the Australian Financial Review. Comment, Analysis & Research Ultra rich turn Vietnam into new hot spot for luxury yachts News Aggregation Team Wednesday, June 18, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76237/ultra-rich-turn-vietnam-into-new-hot-spot-for-luxury-yachts The yacht, built by Italian shipyard Azimut and officially handed over to Mr Pham in a ceremony earlier in 2025, is the first-ever new 30m-plus super yacht sold in Vietnam Comment, Analysis & Research Australian Wealth Management Summit returns for a groundbreaking conference News Aggregation Team Wednesday, June 18, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76239/australian-wealth-management-summit-returns-for-a-groundbreaking-conference Now in its second year, the summit will once again convene Australia’s leading investment thinkers, asset managers, financial advisers, and family office executives for a day of in-depth analysis and strategic dialogue. Comment, Analysis & Research What is True Open Architecture in Asia, And Who is Actually Doing It? News Aggregation Team Wednesday, June 18, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76242/what-is-true-open-architecture-in-asia-and-who-is-actually-doing-it external asset managers (EAMs), and digital platforms in Asia. Comment, Analysis & Research Natixis IM: APAC Investors’ Top Three Worries in 2025 News Aggregation Team Tuesday, June 17, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76228/natixis-im-apac-investorsamprsquo-top-three-worries-in-2025 Investors in the Asia Pacific region were amongst the most pessimistic Comment, Analysis & Research Japan’s political noise shouldn’t cloud steady fundamentals News Team Thursday, June 12, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76206/japanamprsquos-political-noise-shouldnamprsquot-cloud-steady-fundamentals The prime minister has maintained the government’s cautious medium-term guidance on its budget, despite his rising political isolation. Comment, Analysis & Research China's central bank injects 700 billion yuan of outright reverse repos in May News Aggregation Team Monday, June 02, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76131/chinaamp039s-central-bank-injects-700-billion-yuan-of-outright-reverse-repos-in-may With 900 billion yuan in outright repos expiring this month, the data suggests a net withdrawal of 200 billion yuan from the system via the tool. Comment, Analysis & Research Thailand Wealth Management Forum 2025 News Aggregation Team Friday, May 30, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76125/thailand-wealth-management-forum-2025 The event will also attract professional advisers Comment, Analysis & Research Advice accessibility at the crux of cost of living crisis: Survey News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 27, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76099/advice-accessibility-at-the-crux-of-cost-of-living-crisis-survey Kelly Power, CFS’ superannuation chief executive, said the research also revealed the impact of the cost of living crisis – conflated with financial advice inaccessibility – on mental health. Comment, Analysis & Research Standard Chartered's ex-digibank CTO returns to Singapore with insurance giant News Aggregation Team Wednesday, June 11, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76196/standard-charteredamp039s-ex-digibank-cto-returns-to-singapore-with-insurance-giant After leaving Trust Bank, Pountain spent time in both Vietnam and Australia. Retail Banking DBS: First Singapore-Listed Firm to Hit $100 Billion Value News Aggregation Team Tuesday, June 10, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76191/dbs-first-singapore-listed-firm-to-hit-100-billion-value A weaker dollar has allowed DBS to become the first Singapore-listed company to reach a market value of $100 billion. Retail Banking Banking Excellence special report 2025: Asia Pacific charts an AI-ready course News Aggregation Team Friday, June 06, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76174/banking-excellence-special-report-2025-asia-pacific-charts-an-ai-ready-course MEED and RBI’s Banking Excellence Special Report 2025 is now available to download and explores the retail banking transformation across MENA and Asia Pacific Retail Banking HL Bank Singapore holds forum on JS-SEZ cross-border opportunities News Aggregation Team Thursday, June 05, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76164/hl-bank-singapore-holds-forum-on-js-sez-cross-border-opportunities The JS-SEZ is envisioned as a thriving hub for advanced industries and innovation, poised to generate substantial investment, create numerous jobs, and significantly boost trade between Malaysia and Singapore. Retail Banking CIMB Bank Taps ACI Worldwide to Advance Payment Transformation News Team Friday, May 23, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76085/cimb-bank-taps-aci-worldwide-to-advance-payment-transformation ACI is enabling CIMB’s Forward30 strategic plan to boost resilience and customer-centric innovation Retail Banking Citi Introduces AI Tools to Workers in 11 Markets News Aggregation Team Friday, May 23, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76089/citi-introduces-ai-tools-to-workers-in-11-markets In-house developers are also being equipped with additional generative AI tools to write code more efficiently and bring products to market faster. Retail Banking Major Brunei Bank Opens Rep Office In Singapore News Aggregation Team Thursday, May 22, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76082/major-brunei-bank-opens-rep-office-in-singapore In a strategic move to strengthen the lender’s regional presence, the office will serve as a touchpoint to facilitate conversations with potential investors and explore new opportunities linked to Brunei. Retail Banking Mizuho, Mercer collaborate for OCIO services in Japan News Aggregation Team Wednesday, May 21, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76070/mizuho-mercer-collaborate-for-ocio-services-in-japan The tie-up will help Mizuho enhance its OCIO services, using solutions from Mizuho Trust & Banking and Asset Management One. Retail Banking Hang Seng Bank launches cross-boundary wealth centre at Central branch News Aggregation Team Tuesday, May 13, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76017/hang-seng-bank-launches-cross-boundary-wealth-centre-at-central-branch The Hong Kong-based bank has seen an 80% rise in new account openings for retail mainland customers. Retail Banking Australia’s newest big four bank boss has his work cut out for him News Aggregation Team Monday, May 12, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76006/australiaamprsquos-newest-big-four-bank-boss-has-his-work-cut-out-for-him That could stand him in contrast to an often more informal corporate culture in Australia. Retail Banking 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 Macquarie Authenticator users exceed one million as Australian banking customers demand more secure modes of two-factor authentication News Team Monday, June 02, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76134/macquarie-authenticator-users-exceed-one-million-as-australian-banking-customers-demand-more-secure-modes-of-two-factor-authentication Macquarie Authenticator users receive a notification from the secure app when an attempt is made to log in to their account, make a payment online or change their sensitive account details. Investment Bank Unreasonable Impact announces new roster of ventures for the 2025 Asia Pacific programme News Team Monday, May 19, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76055/unreasonable-impact-announces-new-roster-of-ventures-for-the-2025-asia-pacific-programme Supporting entrepreneurs to power innovation, accelerate growth and foster resilient communities Investment Bank Macquarie Group announces $A3,715 million full-year profit News Team Monday, May 12, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/76003/macquarie-group-announces-a3715-million-full-year-profit Profit for the half year ended 31 March 2025 (2H25) was $A2,103 million, up 30 per cent on the half year ended 30 September 2024 (1H25). Investment Bank Deutsche Bank wins multiple FinanceAsia awards in APAC for investment banking solutions News Team Wednesday, April 23, 2025 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/75889/deutsche-bank-wins-multiple-financeasia-awards-in-apac-for-investment-banking-solutions The bank won top honours in M&A and DCM across the Asia Pacific region at the FinanceAsia 2025 Awards. Investment Bank 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 DBS continues to break new ground in China as first Southeast Asian bank to leverage PBOC’s Carbon Emission Reduction Facility for issuance of green loan News Team Wednesday, August 21, 2024 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/74404/dbs-continues-to-break-new-ground-in-china-as-first-southeast-asian-bank-to-leverage-pbocamprsquos-carbon-emission-reduction-facility-for-issuance-of-green-loan When completed, the project is expected to generate about 270 gigawatt hours of renewable energy Planet SOS Court finds Active Super made misleading ESG claims in a greenwashing action brought by ASIC News Team Wednesday, June 05, 2024 1:00 am https://asia.managersofwealth.com/article/73894/court-finds-active-super-made-misleading-esg-claims-in-a-greenwashing-action-brought-by-asic Active Super claimed in its marketing that it eliminated investments that posed too great a risk to the environment and the community, including gambling, coal mining and oil tar sands. Planet SOS