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FINANCE Friday, 8 September 2017 12:03

Ex-Coutts Private Banker Joins Henley & Partners

The residence and citizenship planning firm has added a seasoned wealth manager to its ranks.   

FINANCE Friday, 8 September 2017 11:35

Fullerton Goes After Wealthy Chinese Clients

A subsidiary of the Singapore state wealth fund has gained valuable access to a key Chinese segment. 

FINANCE Friday, 8 September 2017 11:00

Offshore Law Firm Hits Hong Kong

Collas Crill has added to its presence in the region with the establishment of a North Asian office.

FINANCE Friday, 8 September 2017 09:17

Axel Weber Tips Ex-Colleague for Fed Head

UBS Chairman Axel Weber is on first name basis with the world's most influential monetary policy setters. He reveals whom he would prefer as next head of the Federal Reserve.

FINANCE Friday, 8 September 2017 07:12

Mercer Names New Chief Investment Officer

Consulting and investment firm Mercer has bolstered its investment leadership team with a new CIO.

FINANCE Friday, 8 September 2017 07:00

Lure of Japan for Fintech Startups

Japan's NTT Data is the latest in a long list of suitors, willing to provide a platform for financial technology startups in Singapore.

FINANCE Friday, 8 September 2017 06:58

What's on Axel Weber's Phone?

Axel Weber frequently urges his guild to get in shape if they want to capture a share of the promising millennials market. But how astute is the UBS chairman with his own digital habits? 

FINANCE Friday, 8 September 2017 06:39

When Fosun Can't Fosun-Pay

Kang Lan is one of China's top executives and her firm, Fosun, is trying to invigorate a venerable German private bank. She got a rude awakening on payment systems along the way.

FINANCE Thursday, 7 September 2017 23:18

Zurich Insurance Promotes Asia-Based Executive

Zurich Insurance appointed the head of its life business in Indonesia as the new chief executive officer of its international business. His predecessor, Clive Baker, decided to leave the company.

FINANCE Thursday, 7 September 2017 17:21

UBS: Digital Marketing Executive Departs

The head of UBS’ digital marketing has resigned from his post. He will launch his own company.

FINANCE Thursday, 7 September 2017 15:41

Allianz Was Top Chinese Target

Two of China's most active external investors considered taking large stakes in Allianz.

FINANCE Thursday, 7 September 2017 12:40

TenX Augments Crypto Partnership

Singapore blockchain firm TenX has made another move to expand its influential market reach.

FINANCE Thursday, 7 September 2017 11:29

Former Lombard Odier Asian CEO Goes Home

Investment management firm Fiera Capital appointed a new global president and chief operating officer.

FINANCE Thursday, 7 September 2017 10:50

DBS Bank in Virtual Move

Although the acronym stands for something else DBS likes to refer to it these days as the Digital Bank of Singapore. Its latest innovation in Hong Kong fits that description.

FINANCE Thursday, 7 September 2017 10:07

Mobile Payments Growth Surges On

Mobile payments in China are gaining market share as cashless transactions cement their hold in the country, central bank data shows.

FINANCE Thursday, 7 September 2017 07:37

Ex-Private Bank Head Joins Synpulse

Management consulting firm Synpulse strengthened its Asian coverage with the hire of a new senior advisor.

FINANCE Thursday, 7 September 2017 07:01

Credit Suisse: More Trouble in Azerbaijan

A lawsuit in a London court is shining a light on Credit Suisse's business in Azerbaijan. A former employee is suing the Swiss bank.

FINANCE Thursday, 7 September 2017 07:01

Citi Ups The Card Ante

A proxy war for clients is being fought in Asia via bank cards and the numerous benefits they offer.

FINANCE Thursday, 7 September 2017 07:00

Pictet Names New Asia CIO

Pictet Wealth Management has appointed a former Edmond de Rothschild banker as its chief investment officer, Asia.

FINANCE Thursday, 7 September 2017 07:00

John Cryan's Frankfurt Cri de Coeur

Deutsche Bank boss John Cryan is a veteran of the City of London. All the more unusual to hear his views of his adopted home – Frankfurt – as it makes a play for London's business. 

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