

Philippines finance chief seeks to woo global investors in Davos
The Philippines needs more investments to hit the upper end of its 6%-8% growth target, Finance Secretary Ralph G. Recto said. At the...
Jan 23, 2025


Morgan Stanley boosts Asia banker bonuses by 40%
Morgan Stanley is raising bonuses for top investment bankers in Asia by up to 40% after a 50% surge in regional revenue, excluding Japan,...
Jan 23, 2025


Asean+3 growth slows as US-China tariff tensions rise
The Asean+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (Amro) has lowered its 2025 growth forecast for Asean+3 economies, citing expected U.S. tariff...
Jan 22, 2025


South Korea tightens IPO, delisting rules for stock market overhaul
South Korea will tighten delisting rules to improve stock market quality, raising the market capitalisation threshold for Kospi-listed...
Jan 22, 2025


Singapore, India collaborate on global insurtech centre
Singapore and Odisha’s Electronics and Information Technology Department signed an MoU to establish the Global Competency Centre for...
Jan 22, 2025


Vietnam plans tax breaks, reforms to attract investors
Vietnam plans reforms to attract foreign investors to its stock market, aiming to sustain capital inflows for its fast-growing economy....
Jan 22, 2025


HK billionaire Kadoorie leads USD50m push to rebuild city’s reputation
Hong Kong billionaire Michael Kadoorie is raising at least USD50m to improve the city’s image, people familiar with the matter told...
Jan 21, 2025


China launches USD60bn AI investment fund
China has launched an AI-focused investment firm with a registered capital of CNY60.06bn (USD8.626bn) funded by its third state chip fund...
Jan 21, 2025


Barclays names Paul Johnson APAC equities head
Barclays has named Paul Johnson head of equities for Asia-Pacific, focusing on equity derivatives, financing, electronic trading, and...
Jan 21, 2025


Malaysia SC launches sustainability reporting guide
The Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) has released the National Sustainability Reporting Framework (NSRF) guidance to support...
Jan 21, 2025


JP Morgan Asset Management names Supreet Bhan as HK intermediary business head
JP Morgan Asset Management (JPMAM) has appointed Supreet Bhan as head of intermediary business for Hong Kong, effective April 1, pending...
Jan 20, 2025


Moody’s sees Philippines growth slowing to 6.1% in 2025
The Philippine economy is expected to grow 6.1% in 2025, down from an estimated 6.2% in 2024, Moody’s Ratings said in an outlook. Despite...
Jan 20, 2025


Vietnam’s insurance targets for 2025 likely to be adjusted down
Vietnam’s government may lower its 2025 targets for the life insurance sector, citing challenges in achieving them, according to industry...
Jan 20, 2025


South Korean insurers face losses from LA wildfire
South Korean insurers, led by DB Insurance and Korean Re, are anticipating losses of about KRW90bn (USD61.8m) from the massive Los...
Jan 20, 2025


Hong Kong targets 200 family offices by 2025
Hong Kong aims to strengthen its position as a global family office hub, targeting at least 200 family offices by the end of 2025, the...
Jan 17, 2025


Hong Kong considers second tax hike for high earners
Hong Kong’s government is weighing another tax increase for top earners to address a growing budget deficit, sources said. Officials have...
Jan 17, 2025


Thailand drops income rule for wealthy visa seekers
Thailand's cabinet approved changes to its long-term resident (LTR) visa programme to attract skilled professionals, investors, and...
Jan 17, 2025


AFF 2025 wraps up, draws 3,600 global leaders
The 18th Asian Financial Forum (AFF) concluded on January 14, drawing over 3,600 policymakers and business leaders from 50+ countries to...
Jan 17, 2025


Family offices in Singapore see 42% rise in 2024
The number of single-family offices (SFOs) in Singapore surpassed 2,000 by the end of 2024, marking a significant increase from 1,400 in...
Jan 16, 2025


Manipulated information can cost family offices billions: report
Leading sustainable investment advisor, Robert Rubinstein, has published a report entitled “Wealth Management’s Dark Secret: How...
Jan 16, 2025

