

Singapore’s Temasek plans USD30bn US investment over five years
Singapore state investor Temasek plans to invest up to USD30bn in the US over the next five years, focusing on healthcare, financial...
Jul 31, 2024


Chinese firms eye Malaysia’s Penang for investment opportunities
Penang has seen a rise in inquiries from Chinese companies about investment opportunities, reflecting confidence in the region’s economic...
Jul 31, 2024


Cross-border property investments in APAC to rise by more than 33%
Knight Frank forecasts a significant rebound in cross-border real estate investments in Asia-Pacific for the second half of 2024. Their...
Jul 29, 2024


Hanwha Asset Management debuts Plus ETFs
Hanwha Asset Management, South Korea’s sixth-largest in net assets for ETFs, launched its new ETF brand, Plus, replacing Arirang. This...
Jul 29, 2024


China’s fund managers face salary caps amid austerity measures
Two leading Chinese fund managers, under a new government austerity drive, have implemented income caps for staff, with mandates to...
Jul 25, 2024


HKIFA suggests more inclusive ETF trading under stock connect
The inclusion of eligible exchange-traded funds (ETFs) under Stock Connect, which facilitates trading between mainland China and Hong...
Jul 24, 2024


JIA Asset Management partners with Vynn Capital in startup investments
JIA Asset Management Sdn Bhd has partnered with Vynn Capital by investing as a limited partner in the Vynn Capital Progression Fund,...
Jul 24, 2024


Chinese asset manager Noah sets up new office in Japan
Noah Holdings, a leading Chinese asset manager, is expanding its Asia-Pacific operations to address the rising global investment demands...
Jul 23, 2024


Swiss asset manager GAM to close Hong Kong office
Swiss asset manager GAM Investments is set to close its Hong Kong office next year, transitioning to a new partnership with local firm...
Jul 23, 2024


Singapore’s financial sector sees 10% growth in AUM to USD5.41tr in 2023
Singapore’s financial sector flourished in 2023, witnessing a 10% increase in assets under management (AUM), reaching USD5.41tr by...
Jul 22, 2024


Hong Kong investors bullish on AI and local market investments
According to a survey by the Hong Kong Investment Funds Association, 65% of Hong Kong investors are interested in AI-related investments,...
Jul 19, 2024


Family offices launch USD100m fund for Hong Kong residency applicants
Hong Kong’s cash-for-residency scheme has spurred local family office operators to collaborate on launching a USD100 million fund...
Jul 19, 2024


Singapore challenges London as top hub for family offices
Singapore is positioning itself as a strong rival to London as a hub for family offices, according to a report by KPMG and Agreus. The...
Jul 18, 2024


Malaysia shines in APAC M&A with 87% surge
In a challenging year for Asia-Pacific dealmaking, Malaysia stands out with an 87% increase in mergers and acquisitions, totaling...
Jul 17, 2024


Hong Kong’s private banking sector sees surge in HNWI inflows
Hong Kong’s private banking sector is seeing a resurgence of optimism, driven by a significant inflow of high net worth individuals...
Jul 16, 2024


Indonesia tops Asia investment preferences, poll finds
Foreign equity fund managers in Asia are maintaining their investments focused on domestic demand-driven recoveries, during market...
Jul 15, 2024


Taiwan to lead global surge in millionaires by 2028, UBS reports
According to a recent UBS report, Taiwan is projected to see a 47% increase in millionaires by 2028, the highest growth rate globally,...
Jul 15, 2024


Cooperation urged between Singapore and Hong Kong in family offices
Experts from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology highlight that viewing Singapore and Hong Kong as rivals in attracting...
Jul 15, 2024


China tightens bond regulations to safeguard banking sector stability
China’s financial regulator has instructed some rural banks to shorten the average duration of their bond holdings to stabilize the...
Jul 12, 2024


Asia underinvested in private markets, PGIM survey reveals
Global financial institutions are increasingly turning to private market alternatives to diversify portfolios as traditional 60/40...
Jul 12, 2024

