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Raffles Family Office Digital Assets Strategy Targets Younger Asian Billionaires

The Raffles Family Office digital assets strategy is expanding as younger Asian billionaires increase their exposure to cryptocurrencies, stablecoins and alternative investment opportunities. The Hong Kong-based multi-family office is strengthening its digital asset services while pursuing investment opportunities in emerging markets. Raffles Family Office established Revo, a digital asset-focused multi-family office, in 2022. In February 2026, Revo secured licences from Hong

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24 October 2026

Buying the Future, Running on Yesterday

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Goldman Sachs Asian Wealth Management Expansion Accelerates Adviser Hiring

Goldman Sachs Asian wealth management operations are expanding as the US investment bank accelerates adviser recruitment to serve growing numbers of wealthy individuals and families across the region. Global Co-Head of Wealth Management Nishi Somaiya said the bank was strengthening advisory teams in Hong Kong, Singapore and Australia. Goldman Sachs is targeting double-digit growth in its Asian wealth business through new client relationships and increased engagement with exis

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Citi Singapore Wealth Management Appoints Jason Toh to Origination Role

Citi Singapore wealth management operations have appointed Jason Toh as head of wealth client origination, strengthening the bank's efforts to connect corporate banking relationships with private wealth services. Toh assumed the position at Citi Global Wealth Management in early September, focusing on high-net-worth individuals and families. He joined Citi four years ago and previously held responsibilities in Asia-Pacific strategy and execution. Before joining the US banking

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Hong Kong Premium Financing Regulation Tightens Amid Rising Insurance Risks

Hong Kong premium financing regulation is coming under closer scrutiny as the Insurance Authority reviews lending practices used to finance life insurance policies. The regulator warned that rising interest rates and currency fluctuations could expose policyholders to significant financial losses, particularly as premium financing becomes more widely used beyond wealthy clients. A joint inspection with the Hong Kong Monetary Authority identified shortcomings in affordability

REGULATION

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Taiwan Investment Trust Merger to Create USD15.38bn Asset Manager

A major Taiwan investment trust merger involving four state-owned financial groups is expected to create an asset management company overseeing approximately NTD500bn (USD15.38bn). First Financial Holding, Mega Financial Holding, Taiwan Cooperative Financial Holding and Hua Nan Financial Holdings have approved the consolidation of their investment trust subsidiaries. The transaction remains subject to regulatory approval and is scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2028. Fir

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HKMA Investment Summit to Examine AI Risks and Financial Market Shifts

The HKMA investment summit will bring together senior global financial executives in Hong Kong from November 2 to 4 to examine artificial intelligence, changing market conditions and emerging investment risks. The fifth Global Financial Leaders' Investment Summit, themed Rethinking the Playbook, will be held at the Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong. Participants will include HSBC Chief Executive Georges Elhedery, Blackstone President Jon Gray, Morgan Stanley Chief Executive Ted Pi

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BLOOM Digital Money Initiative Expands Across Three ASEAN Central Banks

The BLOOM digital money initiative is expanding as the central banks of Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand strengthen cooperation on cross-border financial transactions using digital money. The Monetary Authority of Singapore said Bank Negara Malaysia and the Bank of Thailand had joined the programme to develop common approaches for digital money acceptance, settlement and interoperability. The initiative covers tokenised bank deposits, regulated stablecoins and transactions ac

REGULATION

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China Bond Market Liquidity Facility Launched to Support Financial Institutions

A new China bond market liquidity facility has been established by the People's Bank of China to help non-bank financial institutions manage redemption pressures and maintain stability during periods of market stress. The Bond Market Non-Bank Financial Institution Swap Facility allows eligible bank wealth management subsidiaries, public fund managers and their parent companies to borrow central bank bills to obtain financing. Participating institutions can use the proceeds to

REGULATION

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Nadathur Family Office Investment Leads USD3m Genie Health Funding

A Nadathur Family Office investment has led a USD3m seed funding round for Singapore-based healthcare technology startup Genie Health, supporting the company's expansion of artificial intelligence-powered healthcare services. Other participants included Liminal, a Founders' Studio backed by Temasek, and two healthcare investors. Anand Nadathur, principal of Nadathur Family Office, will join Genie Health's board following the investment. The company plans to use the funding to

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Hong Kong Mainland Financial Integration to Deepen Following APEC Meeting

Hong Kong mainland financial integration will remain a priority as the city strengthens economic cooperation with China and expands its role connecting mainland and international capital markets. Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu met China's Finance Minister Lan Fo'an following the 2026 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Finance Ministers' Meeting in Hong Kong. Lee thanked Lan for leading the mainland delegation and said Beijing's continued support demonstrated recognition of H

ECONOMY

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Taiwan Economic Growth Forecast Reaches 11.6% on AI Demand

The Taiwan economic growth forecast for 2026 stands at 11.6%, supported by strong artificial intelligence demand, resilient exports and investment, according to DBS Bank. The Singapore-based lender maintained its projection despite concerns about higher energy costs, while forecasting that economic growth would moderate to 5.6% in 2027. DBS senior economist Ma Tieying said technology products and electronic components accounted for nearly 80% of Taiwan's exports during the fi

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Singapore M&A Deal Activity Surges 98% to USD104.3bn in Nine Months

Singapore M&A deal activity increased 98.2% year-on-year to USD104.3bn during the first nine months of 2026, reaching its highest value for the period since 2021, according to LSEG Data & Analytics. Morgan Stanley led investment banking rankings with USD14.9bn in transaction value, followed by Citi at USD9.5bn and JPMorgan at USD9.4bn. However, third-quarter deal value declined 9.9% from the previous quarter to USD24.1bn. Transaction numbers also fell 32.4% year-on-year to 18

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Bahamas Family Office Incentives Target Wealthy Asian Families

Bahamas family office incentives are being developed to attract wealthy Asian families through tailored investment agreements covering immigration, taxation, business licensing and exchange controls. Economic Affairs Minister Jerome Fitzgerald said qualifying international family offices would be treated as strategic foreign direct investments, allowing them to negotiate bespoke arrangements similar to those offered for major development projects. The government also plans to

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Goldman Sachs Asian Wealth Management Expansion Accelerates Adviser Hiring

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Citi Singapore Wealth Management Appoints Jason Toh to Origination Role

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SEI Singapore Asset Management Hub Opens to Support Asia-Pacific Expansion

Oct 5

Carlyle Family Office Business Expands Across Europe and Asia

Oct 1

HSBC Asia Family Wealth Advisory Names Francesca Chan as Regional Head

Sep 25

Hong Kong Accounting Qualification Programme Gains Continued Government Backing

Sep 23

BNP Paribas Asia Transaction Banking Role Expands Under Beaufort

Sep 22

Citi Appoints Sophia Wang to Lead China Institutional Sales

Sep 16

HSBC Private Bank Hires Citi Veterans to Bolster Family Office Business

Sep 14

Amundi Strengthens Asia Investment Hub with Five Senior Appointments

Sep 14

APEC Financial Policy Coordination Strengthens Focus on Regional Stability

APEC financial policy coordination will be strengthened as finance ministers seek to address external economic risks, improve financial resilience and support sustainable growth across the Asia-Pacific region. China's Finance Minister Lan Fo'an said participating economies had agreed to deepen macroeconomic cooperation and strengthen financial systems to safeguard regional stability. Ministers discussed the potential for artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to im

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China Actively Managed ETFs Expand as Regulator Approves 18 Funds

China actively managed ETFs are set to expand following regulatory approval of 18 new exchange-traded funds, potentially directing tens of billions of yuan into domestic equities. The China Securities Regulatory Commission approved the products as authorities seek to strengthen investor confidence and support stock market stability. Each fund could raise approximately RMB2bn (USD300m), according to domestic media reports, with sales expected to begin on Friday. CSRC Chairman

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Southeast Asia Digital Economy Set to Reach USD368bn in 2026

The Southeast Asia digital economy is projected to expand 17% to USD368bn in gross merchandise value during 2026, supported by e-commerce growth and increasing artificial intelligence adoption. According to the e-Conomy SEA 2026 report by Bain, Google and Temasek, regional digital economic activity could reach USD1.1tr by 2035. E-commerce is expected to account for USD226bn in gross merchandise value this year, potentially increasing to USD820bn by 2035. Artificial intelligen

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Interest Rates Top Economic Risks for Singapore Family Offices, Deutsche Bank Finds

Singapore family office risks are increasingly centred on interest rates and bond yields, according to a Deutsche Bank poll of wealthy individuals and family offices. The survey, conducted during the Emerging Markets Family Office Forum 2026, found that 37% of respondents considered interest rates and bond yields the greatest threats to economic growth. Inflation ranked second at 23%, followed by artificial intelligence at 17%. Concern about AI has increased substantially fro

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Late Payments Affect 93% of Hong Kong Businesses Despite Economic Recovery

Hong Kong late payments remain widespread despite improving economic conditions, with 93% of businesses reporting delayed payments during the past year, according to credit insurer Coface. Its APAC Payment Survey 2026 found that half of Hong Kong respondents expect payment conditions to deteriorate over the next 12 months. Companies reported an average period of 144 days between delivering goods and collecting payment, while overdue periods in the energy, transportation and m

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Single-Family Offices Favoured as Asian Business Owners Plan Wealth Transfers

Asian single-family offices are emerging as a preferred structure for managing wealth following business sales, although succession planning remains a major challenge for wealthy families, according to Julius Baer. The bank’s Family Barometer survey, covering more than 700 wealth advisers worldwide, found that only 3.5% of professionals advising Asian families considered their clients fully prepared to sell or transfer their businesses. Differences in business valuation expec

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Raffles Family Office Digital Assets Strategy Targets Younger Asian Billionaires

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Goldman Sachs Asian Wealth Management Expansion Accelerates Adviser Hiring

Citi Singapore Wealth Management Appoints Jason Toh to Origination Role

Hong Kong Premium Financing Regulation Tightens Amid Rising Insurance Risks

Taiwan Investment Trust Merger to Create USD15.38bn Asset Manager

HKMA Investment Summit to Examine AI Risks and Financial Market Shifts

BLOOM Digital Money Initiative Expands Across Three ASEAN Central Banks

China Bond Market Liquidity Facility Launched to Support Financial Institutions

Nadathur Family Office Investment Leads USD3m Genie Health Funding

Hong Kong Mainland Financial Integration to Deepen Following APEC Meeting

Taiwan Economic Growth Forecast Reaches 11.6% on AI Demand

Singapore M&A Deal Activity Surges 98% to USD104.3bn in Nine Months

Bahamas Family Office Incentives Target Wealthy Asian Families

EVENTS

INSIGHTS

PEOPLE MOVES

Goldman Sachs Asian Wealth Management Expansion Accelerates Adviser Hiring

Citi Singapore Wealth Management Appoints Jason Toh to Origination Role

SEI Singapore Asset Management Hub Opens to Support Asia-Pacific Expansion

Carlyle Family Office Business Expands Across Europe and Asia

HSBC Asia Family Wealth Advisory Names Francesca Chan as Regional Head

Hong Kong Accounting Qualification Programme Gains Continued Government Backing

BNP Paribas Asia Transaction Banking Role Expands Under Beaufort

Citi Appoints Sophia Wang to Lead China Institutional Sales

HSBC Private Bank Hires Citi Veterans to Bolster Family Office Business

Amundi Strengthens Asia Investment Hub with Five Senior Appointments

APEC Financial Policy Coordination Strengthens Focus on Regional Stability

China Actively Managed ETFs Expand as Regulator Approves 18 Funds

Southeast Asia Digital Economy Set to Reach USD368bn in 2026

Interest Rates Top Economic Risks for Singapore Family Offices, Deutsche Bank Finds

Late Payments Affect 93% of Hong Kong Businesses Despite Economic Recovery

Single-Family Offices Favoured as Asian Business Owners Plan Wealth Transfers

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