Monday, 18 November 2024

FINANCE Wednesday, 24 August 2022 12:32

Hong Kong Optimists Bank on Investment Universe to Lure Family Offices

Despite the challenges, Hong Kong optimists point at the size and mix of the market’s investment universe as a key factor that will sustain the city's status as a hub for family offices, according to industry experts on a recent panel.

FINANCE Wednesday, 24 August 2022 10:44

Ex-Malaysia PM Loses Final Appeal and Heads to Jail

Malaysia’s top court upheld its verdict against ex-prime minister Najib Razak who was ordered to begin his prison sentence after losing a final appeal against the ruling.

FINANCE Wednesday, 24 August 2022 09:49

Institutional Investors Swing for Collectibles Home Run

The demand for collectibles is on the rise to feed a growing appetite for recession-proof hedges against inflation.

FINANCE Wednesday, 24 August 2022 09:18

SGX Expects More Demand from US-Listed Chinese Firms

Chinese issuers facing delisting risk are seeking alternatives worldwide with the Singapore Exchange reportedly anticipating demand in the coming months.

FINANCE Wednesday, 24 August 2022 08:23

Credit Suisse Reassigns Private Bankers

Credit Suisse announced the expansion of its wealth management division at the end of 2021. Now a wave of client advisor reassignments is beginning.

HIGH-END Tuesday, 23 August 2022 16:32

Singapore Unveils Plans for Pandemic-Proof Terminal

In addition to its ongoing reopening, Singapore will look to further expand its travel capacity with plans to launch a new terminal that will rely heavily on automation and be resilient to future pandemics.

FINANCE Tuesday, 23 August 2022 14:48

Chinese Banks Are Reportedly Inflating Loans Figures

Pressure from Beijing to lend coupled with economic worries from borrowers has reportedly led Chinese banks to inflate their loan figures by adopting unusual practices. 

FINANCE Tuesday, 23 August 2022 11:35

Hong Kong Mulls Banking Summit Quarantine Exemptions

Authorities are reportedly considering whether to exempt participants from onerous quarantine requirements, prompting a potential backlash.

FINANCE Tuesday, 23 August 2022 11:01

Crypto Volumes Rebound on DBS Digital Exchange

DBS Digital Exchange saw trading volume rise significantly in June in the midst of ongoing turbulence in cryptocurrency markets.

PEOPLE Monday, 22 August 2022 21:39

Credit Suisse: The Woman Taking Two Steps at a Time

Before even starting her job as European head of Credit Suisse, Francesca McDonagh has been named as the new COO, becoming the CEO's right hand woman. 

FINANCE Monday, 22 August 2022 16:27

David Herro: «This Has Been a Problem Child»

Harris Associates chief investment officer David Herro called Credit Suisse’s investment banking division a «problem child» that needs to be fixed within the next two years.

FINANCE Monday, 22 August 2022 15:50

Citi's Asia Wealth Clients Pour Billions into Bonds

Citi has seen strong demand in Asia for fixed income with its wealth management clients in the region investing close to $5 billion in bonds over the last three months.

FINANCE Monday, 22 August 2022 15:09

US Prosectors Accuse Archegos of Deceiving Banks

US prosecutors accused fallen family office Archegos of misleading banks about risks immediately before its collapse in early 2021, as part of legal claims to which founder Bill Hwang has pleaded not guilty.

PEOPLE Monday, 22 August 2022 13:18

Credit Suisse Hires Replacement CFO, Reshuffles Board

A successor to Credit Suisse's chief financial officer David Mathers has been announced alongside a reshuffling of its top managers.

HIGH-END Monday, 22 August 2022 11:56

China Jails Reputedly Abducted Tycoon Jianhua

Billionaire tycoon Xiao Jianhua, reportedly abducted by Chinese security agents in 2017, has been sentenced to prison, and his conglomerate given an unprecedented $8 billion fine.

FINANCE Monday, 22 August 2022 10:43

HSBC to Open New Branch in Shanghai Free Trade Zone

HSBC will become the first international bank to open a Lingang branch as a way of promoting cross-border trade.

FINANCE Monday, 22 August 2022 10:14

Most of Credit Suisse Investment Bank Faces Risk of Overhaul

Most of Credit Suisse’s investment banking division could reportedly be put on sale or spun off as the Swiss lender aims to create a «capital-light» unit.

FINANCE Monday, 22 August 2022 10:00

UBS Faces Fine Over Messaging App Misuse

A settlement is near in the US involving banks' illegal use of personal messenger apps. Those banks involved, including UBS, are facing fines of up to $200 million each, according to media reports.

PEOPLE Monday, 22 August 2022 09:40

Credit Suisse Nets Ex-Jefferies Investment Banker in Australia

Credit Suisse hires a 26-year industry veteran to head its Australia infrastructure unit.

FINANCE Monday, 22 August 2022 08:40

The Next Big Swiss Banking Deal May Be Around the Corner

Boris Collardi has taken an $80 million stake in Swiss private bank EFG. He didn't do that just to keep the status quo. 

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