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PEOPLE Monday, 22 October 2018 09:16

Goldman Changes Leadership Roles in Asia

Goldman Sachs has reshuffled the top ranks at its investment bank in Asia, adding to leadership changes since chief executive David Solomon took over last month.

FINANCE Saturday, 20 October 2018 15:16

UBS Banker Detained in China

A UBS banker was detained in Beijing this week for allegedly violating onshore banking regulations, a source told finews.asia. The move has put private banks in Asia on alert.

ADVERTORIAL Friday, 19 October 2018 15:51

This Year’s Finest Watch Creations in Singapore

Malmaison boutique by The Hour Glass in the heart of Orchard Road hosts the exceptional exhibition featuring the 72 pre-selected watches.

PEOPLE Friday, 19 October 2018 14:57

Pimco Hires Specialist From UBS

U.S. fixed income manager Pimco has poached an industry veteran from UBS' asset management arm.

FINANCE Friday, 19 October 2018 07:01

Eastspring Expands in One of Asia's Fastest Growing Markets

By acquiring a Thai company, Prudential's asset manager Eastspring grows its presence in more than ten markets in Asia. 

PEOPLE Friday, 19 October 2018 06:22

HSBC Appoints New Chairman for Singapore

HSBC has appointed a veteran banker as chairman of its Singapore subsidiary. He will work closely with the CEO of the bank to grow the local unit.

HIGH-END Friday, 19 October 2018 06:07

Private Banking's Risky China Bet

A $129 million bill for Chinese actress Fan Bingbing for tax evasion has put banks looking to tap onshore wealth in the country on high alert.

FINANCE Friday, 19 October 2018 06:01

Lu and HSBC to Cut Transfer Fees

Lu International has linked up with HSBC Bank in Hong Kong to launch a service that drastically cuts the time it takes to transfer funds.

FINANCE Thursday, 18 October 2018 21:57

Julius Baer's Renews Russia Efforts

The Moscow office of Julius Baer earlier this year caught the headlines because of a dubious arms deal. This hasn't put the bank off and the management now plans to bolster its team in the Russian capital.

FINANCE Thursday, 18 October 2018 13:51

Swiss Re Warns on Damage Claims

The Swiss reinsurer warned investors that it faces unusually high damage claims in the third quarter. Natural catastrophes as well as man-made damages will eat into Swiss Re's profits. 

PEOPLE Thursday, 18 October 2018 13:28

EFG Replaces Top Lawyer

EFG International is appointing a new head of legal and compliance in its top management. The Swiss private bank is mired in a potentially costly legal skirmish in Taiwan. 

FINANCE Thursday, 18 October 2018 12:35

UOB Launches Southeast Asia eLab

United Overseas Bank launches its pan-regional Engagement Lab, enabling it to personalise the way it serves its digital bank customers.

PEOPLE Thursday, 18 October 2018 12:18

U.S. Bank J.P. Morgan Replaces Asia Asset Management Boss

J.P. Morgan's asset management arm appointed a new chief executive of Asia Pacific. He takes over from the current head, who is defecting to British insurer Prudential.

FINANCE Thursday, 18 October 2018 08:29

Surge in Hong Kong Cybercrime

The number of fraudulent banking websites reported in Hong Kong has surged this year. Cybercriminals are targeting the financial market as digital banking gains momentum.

FINANCE Thursday, 18 October 2018 03:34

Credit Suisse Revisits Mozambique

Credit Suisse is in the spotlight in Mozambique – for efforts to restructure part of $1 billion in defaulted debt. 

FINANCE Wednesday, 17 October 2018 21:42

Pictet: «Poaching Isn't Our Style»

Pictet partner Renaud de Planta addressed fears of a raid on Julius Baer by former CEO Boris Collardi – without exactly giving the all-clear signal. 

FINANCE Wednesday, 17 October 2018 14:54

Singapore Overtakes Zurich in Competiveness

The financial markets of Singapore and Switzerland are known to compete with each other for the business with the world’s wealthiest. But now, the city-state has overtaken the European nation in much-watched league table.

FINANCE Wednesday, 17 October 2018 10:15

Lok Yim: «Targeting $88 Billion in Assets under Management»

How is Deutsche Bank's profitability in Asia, and is the German bank's wealth arm in the region still an M&A candidate? Lok Yim, head of Asia, the Middle East and Africa, speaks exclusively to finews.asia

PEOPLE Wednesday, 17 October 2018 09:43

Citi Hires UBS Banker For Taiwan

Citi Private Bank has appointed a veteran banker previously from UBS to boost the bank's offshore business serving super-rich clients from Taiwan.

FINANCE Wednesday, 17 October 2018 04:06

Chatbots: Convenience vs Risks

The adoption of messaging platforms by banks is adding to the convenience of retail customers. Users should however beware of the risks of using such tools.

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