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FINANCE Sunday, 21 August 2016 13:48

«Modern Slavery, More Important Than Who Built the White House»

With her comment about slavery First Lady Michelle Obama has triggered a controversy in the U.S. We should, however, discuss «modern forms of slavery» instead, said Steve Hanke, former adviser to Ronald Reagan in his essay for finews.first.

FINANCE Saturday, 20 August 2016 03:43

U.S. Tax Enforcer: «These Are the Countries We Will Target Next»

A top U.S. attorney says how she wants offshore places to react when confronted by the U.S.

HIGH-END Friday, 19 August 2016 19:55

Banker and Butler: Manners a Must

Sick of your aloof banker? He won't be next time. A butler is going to take care of his manners.

FINANCE Friday, 19 August 2016 16:36

Credit Suisse vs Jefferies: the Fight Over Investment Bankers

Credit Suisse is slugging it out with Jefferies over a team of investment bankers. The problem arose because of the change in strategy of Switzerland's No. 2 bank.

FINANCE Friday, 19 August 2016 15:14

Fund Transfers Via Mobile Phone Number Soon to Come in Singapore

In 2017 Singaporeans will be able to transfer funds to each other without needing to know the recipient's bank account number.

PEOPLE Friday, 19 August 2016 12:17

Goldman Sachs Creates New Roles For Growth in Franchise Business

US bank Goldman Sachs has appointed two co-Chief Operating Officers of Mergers & Acquisitions for Australia and New Zealand.

PEOPLE Friday, 19 August 2016 02:57

Ex-BSI Asia CEO Settles Bonus Suit With Bank

The former Asia CEO of Swiss bank BSI in Singapore has settled his bonus lawsuit with the company. The bank is going to be taken over by Swiss bank EFG International.

FINANCE Friday, 19 August 2016 02:32

Retail Banking Is Losing Out

Retail banking, traditionally a profitable business, is getting less attractive despite an increase of client numbers, according to a new study. Six conclusions compiled by finews.asia.

PEOPLE Thursday, 18 August 2016 22:08

Blockchain Brain Drain at UBS

The head of the innovation laboratory of UBS in London is leaving the company. This may hamper the development of its blockchain applications.

FINANCE Thursday, 18 August 2016 15:24

IFRS 9: Leaving Bankers Speechless

Banks reporting according to the IFRS standards are faced with far-reaching rules and many are facing an uphill struggle to meet them. What does it mean for the two big banks, CS and UBS?

REAL ASSETS Thursday, 18 August 2016 14:57

Swiss Life's Real Estate King Departs

The driving force behind Swiss Life's real-estate portfolio is leaving the company, finews.ch can reveal. The departure follows disagreements with the chief investment officer over strategy.

FINANCE Thursday, 18 August 2016 12:48

Lombard Odier Teams up in the Philippines

Swiss private bank Lombard Odier has agreed a partnership with a Philippine bank to offer a new global fund to upscale clients.

FINANCE Thursday, 18 August 2016 10:59

Credit Suisse Hires Quant Expert – Plans to Build Team

Computer-based investment strategies are all the rage on Wall Street currently. Credit Suisse has now added the necessary know-how to its business – and this is only for starters.

HIGH-END Thursday, 18 August 2016 03:49

Chinese Wealth Growing in Double-Digits

A shift in personal interests reflects the fact that the Middle Kingdom also faces an aging demographic: healthcare displaced finance and investing as the top concern for wealthy Chinese.

FINANCE Thursday, 18 August 2016 03:02

First Chinese Wealth Manager With Licence From Offshore Jurisdiction

U.S. listed Chinese wealth manager Noah Holdings has obtained a licence to offer trusts to wealthy Chinese in the British offshore financial centre of Jersey.

PEOPLE Thursday, 18 August 2016 00:00

EFG Asset Management Adds Investment Veteran in the Lion City

EFG International has appointed a new head of investments for EFG Asset Management in Singapore.

PEOPLE Wednesday, 17 August 2016 22:46

Chubb Appoints Regional President for Asia

Swiss insurer Chubb Limited has appointed several senior managers in the company's Overseas General Insurance operations, including a new regional president for its Asia Pacific region.

FINANCE Wednesday, 17 August 2016 22:16

Allianz Hit by High Market Volatility

The German insurer Allianz posted a sharp drop in revenue in the first half of 2016. But life and health insurance in Indonesia and Malaysia were standouts.

FINANCE Wednesday, 17 August 2016 11:49

Malaysia Central Bank Says 1MDB Probe Closed

Malaysia's central bank said it has concluded a probe into state-run investment fund 1MDB and imposed an undisclosed penalty, according to a report.

PEOPLE Wednesday, 17 August 2016 04:50

Mayer Brown JSM Adds Banking Expert

A banking and finance expert has joined Hong Kong-based law firm Mayer Brown JSM. He brings a background in complex, cross-border transactions.

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«Modern Slavery, More Important Than Who Built the White House»

U.S. Tax Enforcer: «These Are the Countries We Will Target Next»

Banker and Butler: Manners a Must

Credit Suisse vs Jefferies: the Fight Over Investment Bankers

Fund Transfers Via Mobile Phone Number Soon to Come in Singapore

Goldman Sachs Creates New Roles For Growth in Franchise Business

Ex-BSI Asia CEO Settles Bonus Suit With Bank

Retail Banking Is Losing Out

Blockchain Brain Drain at UBS

IFRS 9: Leaving Bankers Speechless

Swiss Life's Real Estate King Departs

Lombard Odier Teams up in the Philippines

Credit Suisse Hires Quant Expert – Plans to Build Team

Chinese Wealth Growing in Double-Digits

First Chinese Wealth Manager With Licence From Offshore Jurisdiction

EFG Asset Management Adds Investment Veteran in the Lion City

Chubb Appoints Regional President for Asia

Allianz Hit by High Market Volatility

Malaysia Central Bank Says 1MDB Probe Closed

Mayer Brown JSM Adds Banking Expert

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«Modern Slavery, More Important Than Who Built the White House»

U.S. Tax Enforcer: «These Are the Countries We Will Target Next»

Banker and Butler: Manners a Must

Credit Suisse vs Jefferies: the Fight Over Investment Bankers

Fund Transfers Via Mobile Phone Number Soon to Come in Singapore

Goldman Sachs Creates New Roles For Growth in Franchise Business

Ex-BSI Asia CEO Settles Bonus Suit With Bank

Retail Banking Is Losing Out

Blockchain Brain Drain at UBS

IFRS 9: Leaving Bankers Speechless

Swiss Life's Real Estate King Departs

Lombard Odier Teams up in the Philippines

Credit Suisse Hires Quant Expert – Plans to Build Team

Chinese Wealth Growing in Double-Digits

First Chinese Wealth Manager With Licence From Offshore Jurisdiction

EFG Asset Management Adds Investment Veteran in the Lion City

Chubb Appoints Regional President for Asia

Allianz Hit by High Market Volatility

Malaysia Central Bank Says 1MDB Probe Closed

Mayer Brown JSM Adds Banking Expert

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