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FINANCE Friday, 28 June 2024 21:39

Brigitte Kaps: «Too Big to Fail is Yesterday – Too Big Might Fail is Tomorrow»

Artificial intelligence should be viewed as part of a comprehensive strategy rather than only a goal for better business, writes Brigitte Kaps in her article for finews.first.

FINANCE Friday, 28 June 2024 17:25

InvestHK’s Leung Brings Mainland Fintech to Crypto Valley

The Hong Kong government and the Zug-based association signs a memorandum of understanding in June and finews.asia takes the opportunity to interview the senior official responsible for attracting foreign investment.

FINANCE Friday, 28 June 2024 16:17

Allfunds and ICBC Ink Partnership

Wealthtech firm Allfunds has formed a partnership with ICBC’s Hong Kong subsidiary to expand the Chinese bank’s cross-border fund accessibility. 

FINANCE Friday, 28 June 2024 14:06

OCBC: Trump is Clear Winner of First Round Debate

Donald Trump and Joe Biden have just completed the first round of the presidential debates. The former was the clear winner, according to OCBC managing director and investment strategist Vasu Menon.

FINANCE Friday, 28 June 2024 12:11

How Will US Elections Hit Asian Markets?

In November, US voters will head to the ballot boxes and select their next President. This will be a very significant election and the outcome will have major implications for Asia, especially China. Private banks sound off on the economic and market outlook.

PEOPLE Friday, 28 June 2024 11:24

JLL Appoints Korea Capital Markets Head

Chicago-headquartered real estate firm JLL has announced the appointment of a Korea capital markets head.

PEOPLE Friday, 28 June 2024 10:14

Citi Private Banker to Join Prudential as Singapore CEO

Insurer Prudential has hired a Citi private banker as its new chief executive officer for Singapore. 

FINANCE Friday, 28 June 2024 09:19

Khan and Karofsky Leave Their Mark on GWM

As of early July, Rob Karofsky and Iqbal Khan are jointly assuming leadership of UBS's Global Wealth Management division. In an internal memo, they have unveiled their plans for restructuring and set the course for the years ahead.

PEOPLE Thursday, 27 June 2024 17:50

Barclays Private Bank Nets Ex-CSAM Duo

The private banking arm of Barclays has bolstered its portfolio management capabilities in Singapore with the hire of two former Credit Suisse executives, finews.asia has learned.

HIGH-END Thursday, 27 June 2024 17:00

Davidoff CEO: «We Can Continue to Gain Market Share»

Beat Hauenstein, CEO of Oettinger Davidoff, talks to finews.asia about two excellent business years, the increased presence in New York, and the importance of Singapore and Hong Kong for the company. He also reveals new products that cigar enthusiasts can look forward...

FINANCE Thursday, 27 June 2024 15:57

Zurich to Add Hundreds of Staff in India

Following the acquisition of a majority stake in Kotak Mahindra Bank’s insurance unit, Zurich will reportedly look to add hundreds of staff in India.

HIGH-END Thursday, 27 June 2024 15:13

Farewell Tour Into the Summer

Few cars embody the ease of summer as skillfully as the Audi A5 Cabriolet. Soon it will no longer be produced and that's a shame.

FINANCE Thursday, 27 June 2024 12:28

Dong Chen: Expect More «Weakening of Post-WWII Order»

Recent geopolitical conflicts are a symptom of the weakening of the global order following World War II, according to Pictet Wealth Management’s Dong Chen, who expects this trend to continue with significant implications for asset prices.

FINANCE Thursday, 27 June 2024 10:45

Natixis CIB Forms Alliance With Korean Bank

Paris-based Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking has formed a strategic alliance with a Korean bank after opening its securities branch in Seoul last year.

PEOPLE Thursday, 27 June 2024 09:47

PGIM Hires APAC Business Development VP for Private Alts

The asset management arm of Prudential Financial has hired a vice president of APAC business development for its private alternatives business.

PEOPLE Thursday, 27 June 2024 09:13

Bitcoin Disciples on the Road to Freedom

Julian Assange is a free man after 12 years of embassy asylum and prison. To some, he is a hero and martyr fighting for democracy and press freedom; to others, he is a dangerous traitor. His story, and that of the Wikileaks platform, is closely intertwined with...

FINANCE Wednesday, 26 June 2024 15:52

Singapore Discloses Amount of Illicit Assets Seized Since 2019

Singapore published its «National Assets Recovery Strategy», highlighting the amount of illicit money seized since 2019.

FINANCE Wednesday, 26 June 2024 15:06

SSGA: Nearly a Quarter of Asia Asset Owners Have No Gold

Investors in Asia are increasingly using gold as a core asset in their long-term portfolios. Nonetheless, almost a quarter have no exposure to the precious metal, according to a survey by State Street Global Advisors and the World Gold Council.

PEOPLE Wednesday, 26 June 2024 13:06

StanChart Strengthens DPM, Fixed Income in Singapore

UK-based Standard Chartered has expanded its discretionary portfolio management team and fixed income capabilities in Singapore with four new appointments.

FINANCE Wednesday, 26 June 2024 12:52

Min Lan Tan: «Much More» Asia Uncertainty if Trump Wins

The outcome of the upcoming US presidential election will have major implications for Asia. If it results in victory for Donald Trump, the region will face much greater uncertainty, said UBS Global Wealth Management’s APAC chief investment officer Min Lan Tan.

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