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Family Office Demand Surges as Wealthy Clients Reposition Portfolios for Fragmented World

Family office demand is rising sharply as wealthy clients reposition portfolios, jurisdictions and governance frameworks in response to a fragmented global order. According to deVere Group, increased activity in family office demand reflects a strategic overhaul of cross-border holdings amid higher oil prices, inflation risks, currency volatility and tighter capital controls. Chief Executive Nigel Green said ultra-high-net-worth families are shifting sizeable portions of port

FAMILY OFFICES

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Building Structured Next-Gen Pathways

In This Issue: Deliberate development programs are replacing one-time succession handovers. Core components of next-gen readiness The rise of collaborative leadership models for a new generation of wealth stewards. For decades, succession in family offices was widely viewed as a singular legal event — a signing of documents, a handshake at the boardroom table, and a hope that the next generation would figure things out. That era is ending. With a good portion of family off

FOCUS

Mar 30

Global Family Offices Expand Multi-Jurisdiction Structures as Geopolitics Reshapes Wealth Strategies

Global family offices are expanding multi-jurisdiction structures as geopolitical uncertainty reshapes wealth strategies. Deloitte data shows 28% of firms operated multiple branches in 2024, with a further 12% planning expansion. The rise in global family offices reflects growing demand for operational resilience as wars, sanctions and tax changes disrupt markets. JPMorgan noted geopolitics ranks among the top five risks for 74% of family offices outside the US. Advisers said

FAMILY OFFICES

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Family Offices in Asia Boost AI Investments Despite Valuation Concerns

AI investments family offices are accelerating across Asia despite concerns over elevated valuations in US markets. Wealthy investors deployed USD24.3bn into private AI deals in 2025, nearly tripling the previous year, with another USD950m committed by early April. The surge in AI investments family offices reflects strong demand for exposure to leading firms such as OpenAI and Anthropic, although access challenges and valuation risks are pushing some investors toward Asian s

FAMILY OFFICES

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China GDP Growth Beats Forecasts at 5% Despite Rising War-Driven Risks

China GDP growth reached 5% year-on-year in the first quarter, surpassing forecasts and signalling resilience despite rising geopolitical risks. The expansion exceeded the 4.8% estimate and improved from 4.5% in the previous quarter. On a quarterly basis, China GDP growth stood at 1.3%, slightly above the prior quarter’s 1.2%. However, escalating risks linked to the Iran conflict threaten the outlook, particularly through rising oil prices that could disrupt trade, increase p

ECONOMY

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Family Offices Turn to Asia for Stability as Volatility Drives Cross-Border Wealth Shifts

Family offices are increasingly turning to Asia as market volatility and geopolitical tension drive demand for stability. DBS said rising interest in family offices Asia reflects a shift by European and US clients seeking diversification and wealth management services. Private banking head Joseph Poon noted some clients are acquiring stakes in Asian businesses while others consider setting up secondary structures in the region. The growing appeal of family offices Asia is rei

FAMILY OFFICES

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Family Offices Set to Drive Singapore Property Investment Growth in 2026

Family offices are expected to play a key role in Singapore property investment growth in 2026 as Savills raised its forecast to SGD35bn–SGD40bn (USD25.9bn–USD29.6bn). The outlook reflects strong demand from family offices and private capital seeking stable returns and capital preservation. Singapore property investment continues to benefit from safe-haven status, transparent regulations and sustained capital inflows. While developers are expected to remain selective, office,

FAMILY OFFICES

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Hong Kong Family Offices Key to Financial Hub Ambitions, Says Paul Chan

Hong Kong family offices are central to the city’s ambition to strengthen its global financial hub status, Financial Secretary Paul Chan said. He outlined plans for Hong Kong to become at least the world’s second-largest international financial centre within 10 to 15 years. The expansion of Hong Kong family offices is expected to support diversification beyond equities into fixed income, currencies, green finance and sustainable investments. Chan also highlighted rising mainl

FAMILY OFFICES

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PEOPLE MOVES

Praxis Strengthens Asia Leadership With Hong Kong Appointments

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Ba Shusong Hong Kong Absence Raises Questions Around Former HKEX Economist

Mar 30

Singapore Family Offices Face Talent Risks as Pay Opacity Persists

Mar 26

Hong Kong Wealth Legacy Academy Adds Board Members to Deepen Family Office Push

Mar 24

SMBC Names New Philippines Corporate Banking Head Amid Growth Push

Mar 18

FNZ Appoints Peter Hiom as Asia Pacific Head to Drive Wealth Platform Growth

Mar 16

Standard Chartered Expands Asia Digital Assets Strategy With Karby Leggett Appointment

Mar 10

WRISE Expands Family Wealth Push With New Taipei Client Centre

Feb 19

Bank of Singapore Hires Alts Veteran to Deepen UHNW Offering

Feb 17

UBS Hong Kong Wealth Hiring Targets 50 Bankers After Record North Asia Year

Feb 11

Praxis Strengthens Asia Leadership With Hong Kong Appointments

Praxis Asia leadership expansion highlights its growing focus on family office and cross-border wealth structuring, with new senior appointments in Hong Kong. The firm named Tom Zierer as Senior Executive Director and promoted Cindy Cheng to Regional Head of Growth and Business Development for Asia. Zierer, who relocated from Guernsey to Hong Kong in 2025, will lead a 14-member multilingual team serving international clients, while Cheng will oversee regional expansion and in

FAMILY OFFICES

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China ChiNext Reforms Expand Access for Pre-Profit Tech Firms

China ChiNext reforms will allow pre-profit technology companies to list on Shenzhen’s startup board, as regulators move to support innovation and strengthen domestic capital markets. The China Securities Regulatory Commission said firms in emerging industries with a market value of at least RMB3bn (USD439m) and revenue of no less than RMB200m in the latest financial year can apply for initial public offerings. Authorities will also introduce market makers to improve liquidit

REGULATION

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Philippines Disclosure Crackdown Urged After Infrastructure Scandal

Philippines disclosure rules are under pressure to tighten after a corruption scandal linked to flood-control projects unsettled global bond investors, according to market sources. Asset managers including BNP Paribas Asset Management and Robeco have called for stricter reporting requirements for state-backed infrastructure projects. A group of 11 investors sent a letter to regulators in late March urging greater transparency on the use of proceeds from sustainable debt. Nati

REGULATION

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Zhongzhi Liquidation Signals Crackdown on China Shadow Banking Risks

Zhongzhi liquidation marks a major step in China’s efforts to address systemic financial risks, after a Beijing court ordered the winding up of Zhongzhi Enterprise Group and more than 300 affiliated entities. The Beijing No. 1 Intermediate People’s Court accepted the case on April 10 and set a June 10 deadline for creditors to submit claims. Zhongzhi filed for bankruptcy in 2024 after defaulting on multiple investment products and later revealing severe insolvency. The case h

REGULATION

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Hong Kong Stablecoin Licences Granted to HSBC and Anchorpoint

Hong Kong stablecoin licences have been issued for the first time to HSBC and Anchorpoint Financial, marking a key milestone in the city’s regulated digital asset strategy. The Hong Kong Monetary Authority said it received 36 applications last year, though Deputy Chief Executive Daryl Ho noted that further approvals would remain “very limited.” Anchorpoint, a joint venture led by Standard Chartered with Animoca Brands and HKT, plans to expand access through selected distribut

REGULATION

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Joe Tsai Family Office Investment Backs Asia Basketball League Growth

Joe Tsai family office investment through Blue Pool Capital has led a Series A funding round in the Asian University Basketball League, as investors bet on the rapid growth of basketball across Asia. The family office-backed investor was joined by Avenue Capital Group, Nan Fung Group, HSG, Bolt Ventures and former Chinese Basketball Association chief Yao Ming, marking his first investment in an emerging sports league. The AUBL said its inaugural tournament in Hangzhou attract

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TOP NEWS

Family Office Demand Surges as Wealthy Clients Reposition Portfolios for Fragmented World

Building Structured Next-Gen Pathways

Global Family Offices Expand Multi-Jurisdiction Structures as Geopolitics Reshapes Wealth Strategies

Family Offices in Asia Boost AI Investments Despite Valuation Concerns

China GDP Growth Beats Forecasts at 5% Despite Rising War-Driven Risks

Family Offices Turn to Asia for Stability as Volatility Drives Cross-Border Wealth Shifts

Family Offices Set to Drive Singapore Property Investment Growth in 2026

Hong Kong Family Offices Key to Financial Hub Ambitions, Says Paul Chan

VIDEO RECAP w/e

17th April 2026

EVENTS

INSIGHTS

PEOPLE MOVES

Praxis Strengthens Asia Leadership With Hong Kong Appointments

Ba Shusong Hong Kong Absence Raises Questions Around Former HKEX Economist

Singapore Family Offices Face Talent Risks as Pay Opacity Persists

Hong Kong Wealth Legacy Academy Adds Board Members to Deepen Family Office Push

SMBC Names New Philippines Corporate Banking Head Amid Growth Push

FNZ Appoints Peter Hiom as Asia Pacific Head to Drive Wealth Platform Growth

Standard Chartered Expands Asia Digital Assets Strategy With Karby Leggett Appointment

WRISE Expands Family Wealth Push With New Taipei Client Centre

Bank of Singapore Hires Alts Veteran to Deepen UHNW Offering

UBS Hong Kong Wealth Hiring Targets 50 Bankers After Record North Asia Year

Praxis Strengthens Asia Leadership With Hong Kong Appointments

China ChiNext Reforms Expand Access for Pre-Profit Tech Firms

Philippines Disclosure Crackdown Urged After Infrastructure Scandal

Zhongzhi Liquidation Signals Crackdown on China Shadow Banking Risks

Hong Kong Stablecoin Licences Granted to HSBC and Anchorpoint

Joe Tsai Family Office Investment Backs Asia Basketball League Growth

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