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FINANCE Wednesday, 6 July 2022 13:07

New Hong Kong Chief Hints of Looser Border Controls

Hong Kong’s new chief executive John Lee signaled the possibility amid widespread expectations that travel curbs will be relaxed under his administration. 

FINANCE Wednesday, 6 July 2022 12:13

Norman Villamin: «Stocks Are Still Cyclically Expensive»

Despite an unprecedented drop in global equities, UBP believes that the asset class remains overpriced and instead advises investors to seek stronger relative returns from fixed income.

FINANCE Wednesday, 6 July 2022 10:13

Mass Testing Launched for Most of Shanghai

There are fears of a return of lockdown measures in Shanghai after the city started new rounds of mass testing.

PEOPLE Wednesday, 6 July 2022 09:37

BNP Paribas Asset Management Names Singapore Chief

The asset management arm of BNP Paribas has appointed a new chief executive officer for Singapore. 

FINANCE Tuesday, 5 July 2022 19:45

Chain IQ Appoints Non-Executive Chairman for Asia Pacific

Besides chairing Chain IQ’s APAC unit in Singapore, the new non-executive chairman will also lead the company’s global ESG advisory board.

PEOPLE Tuesday, 5 July 2022 17:37

Indonesia Says No More Tax Amnesties

Indonesia concluded its second tax amnesty in half a decade with authorities now shifting focus toward compliance and enforcement.

PEOPLE Tuesday, 5 July 2022 15:53

Vontobel Appoints Head of Asia Pacific Asset Management

Singapore-based investment expert Wei Kai Lee has an extensive track record of success with institutional investors in the region.

FINANCE Tuesday, 5 July 2022 15:36

Hong Kong Tycoon’s Family Office to Launch First Hedge Fund

The family office of Hong Kong's third richest family and owner of New World Development is preparing the launch of its first hedge fund to take advantage of market opportunities, especially in China.

PEOPLE Tuesday, 5 July 2022 12:20

Endowus Names Head of Hong Kong

Singapore-based digital wealth platform Endowus appoints a head of Hong Kong to prepare for a launch in the city.

FINANCE Tuesday, 5 July 2022 12:01

Pushing The Stablecoin to The End of Its Tether

Chief technology officer Paolo Ardoino told finews.asia why Tether’s stablecoin can hold up to attacks from hedge funds while mayor Michele Foletti explained why Lugano's crypto partner is still good for the city.

FINANCE Tuesday, 5 July 2022 11:55

Credit Suisse Sheds More Investment Bankers in Asia

Credit Suisse is reportedly axing dozens of investment banking roles in Asia as part of ongoing global efforts to cut costs.

PEOPLE Tuesday, 5 July 2022 09:54

Lombard Odier Taps Wealth Veteran From UBS

Lombard Odier has hired a 30-year private banking veteran, formerly from UBS, to lead its private client business in Asia.

PEOPLE Monday, 4 July 2022 16:42

HSBC to Relaunch Onshore Private Banking in India

HSBC will reportedly reenter the onshore private banking market in India, around seven years after its exit in 2015.

FINANCE Monday, 4 July 2022 16:00

Stricter Risk Oversight at Credit Suisse Causes Client Backlog

Stricter know-your-client requirements at Credit Suisse have reportedly caused a backlog in Asia where it can now take up to eight months to open an account.

PEOPLE Monday, 4 July 2022 14:28

Mercer Adds Trio to Asia Wealth Unit

Global consultancy Mercer has expanded its wealth management team in Asia with three new appointments.

PEOPLE Monday, 4 July 2022 14:00

Julius Baer Names India CEO

Julius Baer has hired an investment veteran from IIFL to join as its new chief executive officer for India.

FINANCE Monday, 4 July 2022 12:41

MAS Reprimand of Bankrupt Three Arrows Seems a Very Late Gesture

The Singapore regulator's warning was made just before the crypto-hedge fund filed for bankruptcy in the US.

PEOPLE Monday, 4 July 2022 11:49

StanChart Nets Ex-J.P. Morgan Private Bank Strategist

Standard Chartered has hired a former executive from J.P. Morgan Private Bank to lead its investment strategy in North Asia amid rising market uncertainty in the region.

PEOPLE Monday, 4 July 2022 11:27

Citi Hires Family Office Duo in Asia

Citi Private Bank has appointed two new executives to bolster its coverage of the family office segment in Asia.

PEOPLE Monday, 4 July 2022 10:07

Credit Suisse Announces Greater China Promotions

Credit Suisse has announced a pair of promotions for its private banking business in Greater China.

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