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FINANCE Tuesday, 27 December 2022 12:34

OCBC to Name Ex-Julius Baer Banker as BoS Chief

OCBC Bank is set to hire a former Julius Baer and Goldman Sachs veteran as the new chief of its private bank.

PEOPLE Tuesday, 27 December 2022 12:20

The Best finews.com Interviews of 2022

The year 2022 has provided plenty to talk about, from Russia to the Swiss National Bank and crisis-ridden Credit Suisse to the crypto market and gold. A look back at some of the most surprising and remarkable finews.com interviews of the year.

FINANCE Tuesday, 27 December 2022 12:18

Zurich CEO Mario Greco: «Cyberattacks Will Become Uninsurable»

The chief executive of one of Europe’s biggest insurers warns that cyber attacks, rather than natural catastrophes, will become uninsurable as the disruption from hacks continues to grow.

HIGH-END Saturday, 24 December 2022 14:03

Wishing You a Merry Christmas!

It’s amazing, but this year is quickly drawing to a close. It’s hard to believe we are almost on the eve of 2022. The newsrooms of finews.asia, finews.com, finews.ch, and finewsticino.ch thank you for your interest, loyal support, and trust in a tumultuous year...

HIGH-END Saturday, 24 December 2022 14:00

Partners Group Co-Founder Becomes Breitling Chairman

The Swiss-based Partners Group is increasing its stake in the independent Swiss watch manufacturer Breitling with consequences for the board of directors.

HIGH-END Saturday, 24 December 2022 13:54

Peter Keller: Five Excellent Bottles of Bubbles for the Holidays

Never is so much sparkling wine enjoyed as at Christmas and the turn of the year. The variety of sparkling gems is great, and to help you choose the right bottle, finews.asia wine editor Peter Keller selected five very different types to serve either as an...

FINANCE Friday, 23 December 2022 18:53

OCBC Bank Names New Board Chairman

A banking veteran has been appointed chairman of OCBC's board of directors.

FINANCE Friday, 23 December 2022 15:40

Credit Suisse Braked by Stalling Singapore IB Fees

The Swiss-based bank makes the top ten for overall fees in the city-state in the fourth quarter of 2022 while UBS places eighth in home-grown bonds. The overall market puts in the worst annual performance since 2018.

FINANCE Friday, 23 December 2022 14:29

Singapore Family Office Whampoa Goes All-In on Digital

Whampoa announces a new digital investment arm and appointment of co-chief investment officers.

FINANCE Friday, 23 December 2022 14:02

Andreas Utermann: «I Was Within the Rules and Didn't Cheat»

To become a member of Vontobel's Board of Directors, Andreas Utermann drove thousands of kilometers himself and gave up his career as a stay-at-home father. In his new role, he hopes to regain the flexibility he had previously lost as CEO. He is approaching next...

FINANCE Friday, 23 December 2022 12:25

MUFG Eyes More Asia Deals

Japan’s Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group is ready to embark on more Asia acquisitions to fill gaps in their business, says the bank’s chief executive.

FINANCE Friday, 23 December 2022 08:12

Credit Suisse Swiss Investment Bank Demise Rumor Exaggerated

Is Credit Suisse's market leadership in its home market wobbling? The pecking order in Swiss investment banking has recently been shaken up. Business with local companies is in high demand.

FINANCE Thursday, 22 December 2022 13:59

Singlife with Aviva Launches Accelerator for Insurtech Startups

The new accelerator program Singlife Connect will work with early-stage insurtech startups that have a foothold in the Singapore market.

FINANCE Thursday, 22 December 2022 13:03

Southeast Asia Poised To Benefit From Reduced China Focus

Strategies in the coming year will be closely linked to the next interest rate moves in the US and their impact on risk appetite, says Mriganko Mukherjee from EY. However, there are several short-term opportunities arising from the current market conditions, in...

FINANCE Thursday, 22 December 2022 12:55

Reserve Bank of India: «Cryptos Could Spark Next Financial Crisis»

Failing to regulate cryptocurrencies could ignite the next financial crisis, says the chief of India’s central bank.

FINANCE Thursday, 22 December 2022 12:43

HSBC Launches Wealth Management Center in Taiwan

Taiwan is becoming a key market for HSBC in Asia as the bank set up a wealth management center in Taipei. Two more outlets are planned for 2023.  

FINANCE Thursday, 22 December 2022 12:28

Succession Divide Between UHNWI Heirs and Family Offices

The majority of the next generation of ultra-wealthy feels confident about preparation for succession, while family offices believe some are prepared, a study by BNY Mellon Wealth Management and Campden Wealth reveals.

FINANCE Thursday, 22 December 2022 11:56

China Unexpectedly Warms to Australia

A potential turning point in a troubled relationship could also help foreign banks regain their footing.

FINANCE Wednesday, 21 December 2022 21:46

Credit Suisse Gets a Belated Slap From Analysts

After recovering from historical lows, Credit Suisse shares are headed in that direction again. Partly to blame are analysts' comments sent out well in advance of the capital increase.

FINANCE Wednesday, 21 December 2022 16:53

Is it The Dawn of a New Golden Era?

Although the outlook for gold is currently «constructive,» interest rate policies of the central banks are limiting the upside potential for the time being. But some oracles are forecasting dizzyingly high gold prices in the new year. Is that realistic?

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