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FINANCE Thursday, 21 June 2018 06:55

Saxo Taps China Move

Saxo Bank wants a piece of Chinese stocks. The move comes as foreign money is about to surge into the Chinese stock market.

HIGH-END Wednesday, 20 June 2018 12:44

AIAM Singapore: Impressions From DJ Night

As Singapore’s professional body for independent asset managers continue to expand in numbers, members came out to wind down, mingle and groove to some DJ spin mixes at Senso Ristorante.

FINANCE Wednesday, 20 June 2018 12:38

Cryptocurrencies: No More Excuses

Private banks in Asia risk upsetting their wealthy clientele if they continue to pretend that nobody cares about cryptocurrencies, the world’s most watched wealth survey shows.

FINANCE Wednesday, 20 June 2018 11:56

Hong Kong Fintech Eyes Regional Move

A Hong Kong-based robo-advisor is moving ahead with regional expansion and hiring after its latest funding round. Singapore is on the radar.

FINANCE Wednesday, 20 June 2018 10:03

1MDB: Najib Facing Multiple Charges

Old-new Malaysian leader Mahathir Mohamad is ready to bring charges against his predecessor, Najib Razak, over funds allegedly looted from state fund 1MDB .

FINANCE Wednesday, 20 June 2018 08:22

AI Taking Control of Wealth

Wealth managers expect to increase work with artificial intelligence in the future, but are they ready to embrace it?

FINANCE Wednesday, 20 June 2018 07:02

J.P. Morgan Hires Big for China

U.S. giant J.P. Morgan is set to expand its business in China and has therefore decided to increase its tech staff to prepare the bank for the challenges posed by the move.

FINANCE Tuesday, 19 June 2018 12:47

Hong Kong Wealth Pips Singapore

Hong Kong has turned the tables on its Asian wealth rival Singapore, according to a new report. What does this mean for wealth managers?

FINANCE Tuesday, 19 June 2018 11:06

OCBC Launches China Wealth Hubs

Singaporean lender OCBC will expand into onshore wealth management in China and Hong Kong. The Greater Bay Area is its first target.

PEOPLE Tuesday, 19 June 2018 09:56

Thomas Gottstein: «We Removed an Entire Layer of Management»

Making a bank more efficient requires resolute action from the top, Credit Suisse executive Thomas Gottstein told finews.asia. His hands-on approach may inspire Asian colleagues.

FINANCE Tuesday, 19 June 2018 08:00

Charges vs Najib Razak Over 1MDB?

Former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak could soon face criminal charges linked to the billion-dollar graft scheme at 1MDB. The move would represent a reversal of fortune since the former PM was voted out six weeks ago. 

FINANCE Tuesday, 19 June 2018 07:00

Deutsche Derivatives Stars Exit

Two top Deutsche Bank derivatives executives have reportedly headed for the doors. The exits follows turbulence at the Frankfurt-based lender, including the surprise departure of CEO John Cryan.

FINANCE Tuesday, 19 June 2018 06:56

Julius Baer's New Boss Breaks With Collardi

Ex-Julius Baer boss Boris Collardi left his strategic imprint on the Swiss wealth manager. Seven months into his tenure, new boss Bernhard Hodler is reversing course on some of his predecessor's plans.

FINANCE Monday, 18 June 2018 17:00

China High Rollers March on U.S.

While the United States is still home to the greatest number of ultra-wealthy, Asia is rapidly advancing. A new study lays out how China will steal a march on the U.S. in the next four years.

FINANCE Monday, 18 June 2018 12:51

Mexico Upsets Bank Predictions

Several banks predicted that Germany had a direct route to the World Cup finals in Russia. Mexico's 1-0 win overnight may upset many, including algorithms.

FINANCE Monday, 18 June 2018 12:51

Hawksford Bolsters Asian Coverage

Jersey-based firm Hawksford has almost doubled its global headcount following its latest acquisition.  

FINANCE Monday, 18 June 2018 12:48

Swiss Banks Neglect Best Clients

Switzerland remains the largest wealth hub in the world, but its private banks are giving short shrift to the very segment they supposedly dominate. Who is winning big as a result?

FINANCE Monday, 18 June 2018 10:49

Jean-François Hirschel: «More Beethoven in Asset Management»

Ludwig van Beethoven's story is a useful allegory for assessing the asset management industry today, Jean-François Hirschel writes in his exclusive essay for finews.first.

FINANCE Monday, 18 June 2018 09:29

Singapore Banks and Insurers to Disburse Claims Immediately

Singapore's financial institutions started to enable approved claims to be transferred into PayNow within one day.

FINANCE Monday, 18 June 2018 08:02

Westpac Charged for Wealth Flaws

The Australian financial regulator launched legal proceedings against Westpac Bank over alleged poor advice given by a sacked financial planner.

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