Hong Kong family offices are seeing strong momentum, with around 160 firms preparing to establish or expand operations in the city, according to Financial Services and the Treasury Secretary Christopher Hui. He pointed to a rise in enquiries and site visits from overseas investors as evidence of sustained global interest. The growth in Hong Kong family offices is supported by the city’s strong connectivity, regulatory framework and established role as a regional wealth manage

Family office crypto strategy is evolving as Chinese billionaire Li Lin shifts part of his trading operations into Hong Kong-listed Bitfire Group to scale digital asset activities and tap institutional capital. The transaction, valued at USD1.6m, will see Bitfire acquire a trading system and investment team from Avenir Group, Li’s single-family office. The deal effectively transfers part of Avenir’s in-house trading capabilities into a regulated, publicly listed platform, pro

Family office philanthropy is expanding as Raffles Family Office launches the Raffles Family Office Foundation to consolidate its charitable initiatives under a unified platform. The foundation was officially unveiled alongside the opening of the firm’s new Singapore office, marking a formal step in structuring its long-standing philanthropic work. Group CEO Chi Man Kwan said the new entity brings together years of giving focused on education, talent development and knowledge

Malaysia family office ambitions are gaining traction as authorities position Forest City Special Financial Zone as a lower-cost complement to Singapore. Launched in September 2024 within the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone, the initiative offers tax incentives including 0% on qualifying investment income for 10 years, extendable to 20 years. Malaysian authorities said six single-family offices managing RM400m (USD85m) had been approved by early 2026, with a target of R

Digital asset exchange funding is gaining momentum as Malaysia-based Hata secured USD8m in a Series A round led by Bybit and supported by several global family offices. The funding follows Bybit’s participation in Hata’s USD4.2m seed round and strengthens their strategic partnership. Hata said proceeds will be used to improve platform liquidity, expand its user base and develop digital asset products. The firm reported RM1.04bn (USD263m) in transaction volume in 2025 and more

Family office technology demand is rising as Addepar opens a Singapore office to strengthen its Asia-Pacific presence, targeting growing needs among family offices and investment firms. The new hub at Marina Bay Financial Centre will house research and development alongside go-to-market teams, the wealth technology firm said. Addepar noted its regional client base has grown more than 130% over the past two years, reflecting strong adoption of family office technology solution

Family office demand is rising sharply as wealthy clients reposition portfolios, jurisdictions and governance frameworks in response to a fragmented global order. According to deVere Group, increased activity in family office demand reflects a strategic overhaul of cross-border holdings amid higher oil prices, inflation risks, currency volatility and tighter capital controls. Chief Executive Nigel Green said ultra-high-net-worth families are shifting sizeable portions of port

Global family offices are expanding multi-jurisdiction structures as geopolitical uncertainty reshapes wealth strategies. Deloitte data shows 28% of firms operated multiple branches in 2024, with a further 12% planning expansion. The rise in global family offices reflects growing demand for operational resilience as wars, sanctions and tax changes disrupt markets. JPMorgan noted geopolitics ranks among the top five risks for 74% of family offices outside the US. Advisers said

AI investments family offices are accelerating across Asia despite concerns over elevated valuations in US markets. Wealthy investors deployed USD24.3bn into private AI deals in 2025, nearly tripling the previous year, with another USD950m committed by early April. The surge in AI investments family offices reflects strong demand for exposure to leading firms such as OpenAI and Anthropic, although access challenges and valuation risks are pushing some investors toward Asian s

Family offices are increasingly turning to Asia as market volatility and geopolitical tension drive demand for stability. DBS said rising interest in family offices Asia reflects a shift by European and US clients seeking diversification and wealth management services. Private banking head Joseph Poon noted some clients are acquiring stakes in Asian businesses while others consider setting up secondary structures in the region. The growing appeal of family offices Asia is rei

Family offices are expected to play a key role in Singapore property investment growth in 2026 as Savills raised its forecast to SGD35bn–SGD40bn (USD25.9bn–USD29.6bn). The outlook reflects strong demand from family offices and private capital seeking stable returns and capital preservation. Singapore property investment continues to benefit from safe-haven status, transparent regulations and sustained capital inflows. While developers are expected to remain selective, office,

Hong Kong family offices are central to the city’s ambition to strengthen its global financial hub status, Financial Secretary Paul Chan said. He outlined plans for Hong Kong to become at least the world’s second-largest international financial centre within 10 to 15 years. The expansion of Hong Kong family offices is expected to support diversification beyond equities into fixed income, currencies, green finance and sustainable investments. Chan also highlighted rising mainl

Labuan family office hub ambitions are gaining traction as rising wealth across Asia drives demand for structured solutions in investment, governance and succession planning. The Malaysian offshore financial centre is promoting its legal and regulatory framework as a flexible platform for wealth management vehicles, including trusts and foundations for asset protection and intergenerational transfer. Its proximity to key Asian markets and Malaysia’s relatively stable economy

Hong Kong family office incentives are becoming a central pillar of the city’s wealth strategy as it seeks to attract global capital and strengthen its asset management industry. Financial Services and the Treasury Secretary Christopher Hui said enhanced tax regimes for funds, single-family offices and carried interest will be expanded to include funds-of-one and a broader range of investments from the 2025/26 assessment year. The New Capital Investment Entrant Scheme, launch

Singapore family offices AI investment interest is rising, but many struggle to access attractive private deals due to limited opportunities and lack of technical expertise, industry executives said. JPMorgan Private Bank reported that 65% of family offices globally plan to prioritise AI investments, yet more than half lack exposure to venture and growth-stage firms driving the sector. Interest has been fuelled by strong valuations and potential listings from companies such a

Praxis Asia leadership expansion highlights its growing focus on family office and cross-border wealth structuring, with new senior appointments in Hong Kong. The firm named Tom Zierer as Senior Executive Director and promoted Cindy Cheng to Regional Head of Growth and Business Development for Asia. Zierer, who relocated from Guernsey to Hong Kong in 2025, will lead a 14-member multilingual team serving international clients, while Cheng will oversee regional expansion and in

Joe Tsai family office investment through Blue Pool Capital has led a Series A funding round in the Asian University Basketball League, as investors bet on the rapid growth of basketball across Asia. The family office-backed investor was joined by Avenue Capital Group, Nan Fung Group, HSG, Bolt Ventures and former Chinese Basketball Association chief Yao Ming, marking his first investment in an emerging sports league. The AUBL said its inaugural tournament in Hangzhou attract

Singapore family office advisory demand is increasing as the city’s rapid growth as a wealth hub drives need for succession, governance and tax expertise. Lawyer Vikna Rajah said he has helped establish more than 30 family offices in two years, with clients focused on wealth preservation, business continuity and fair distribution across generations. He noted challenges often arise when founders delay succession planning or resist handing over control. Singapore family office

Asia family office succession risks are rising as wealthy families become more mobile, with heirs studying, working and inheriting assets across multiple jurisdictions. Data from Hurun Report show 23% of Chinese high-net-worth families already have children studying abroad at high school level, while 46% have children overseas for higher education, with 74% planning to do so. Henley Wealth Report estimates 142,000 millionaires relocated globally in 2025, rising to 165,000 in

Family offices March dealmaking slowed as ultra-wealthy investors pulled back on direct transactions during a month marked by market volatility linked to the Iran conflict, according to Fintrx data. Family offices made 39 direct investments in companies during March, down 25% from February after adjusting for the difference in month length. Even so, deal sizes increased, with a quarter of those transactions qualifying as mega-rounds of more than USD100m. Bezos Expeditions co-