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May 2

IMF upgrades 2024 Asia's economic outlook

The IMF has raised its 2024 growth forecast for Asia to 4.5%, up from 4.2% in its October estimate, reflecting improved economic...

HSBC CEO Noel Quinn to retire after record profit streak

May 2

PEOPLE MOVES

HSBC CEO Noel Quinn to retire after record profit streak

HSBC announced that CEO Noel Quinn will retire after nearly five years, during which he led the bank to record profits and its strongest...

Microsoft aims to skill 2.5m in AI across SE Asia by 2025

May 2

OTHER NEWS

Microsoft aims to skill 2.5m in AI across SE Asia by 2025

Microsoft has announced a plan to train 2.5 million people in Southeast Asia in AI skills by 2025, partnering with governments,...

AIA launches wealth centre in Singapore for affluent clients

May 2

FAMILY OFFICES

AIA launches wealth centre in Singapore for affluent clients

Hong Kong-based AIA has opened a new Wealth Center in Singapore, targeting affluent and high-net-worth individuals and families. Located...

Global economic confidence among finance professionals hits new high

May 1

PEOPLE MOVES

Global economic confidence among finance professionals hits new high

Finance professionals' economic confidence has reached its highest level since early 2023, according to a recent survey by the...

Barclays hires from Goldman, Citi to enhance Asia trading operations

May 1

PEOPLE MOVES

Barclays hires from Goldman, Citi to enhance Asia trading operations

Barclays Plc is expanding its presence in Asia, outpacing some U.S. competitors after hiring nearly a dozen top sales and trading staff...

Philippine fintech receives major funding to launch new credit products

May 1

PRIVATE EQUITY

Philippine fintech receives major funding to launch new credit products

The International Finance Corp. (IFC), a World Bank entity focused on the private sector, is investing USD7m in the Philippine fintech...

APAC investors bullish on private debt, real estate despite economic challenges

May 1

ASSET MANAGEMENT

APAC investors bullish on private debt, real estate despite economic challenges

Despite high inflation and rising borrowing costs affecting leveraged private-market investments, institutional investors in Asia-Pacific...

SG’s Temasek Trust starts new philanthropic advisory firm

Apr 30

FAMILY OFFICES

SG’s Temasek Trust starts new philanthropic advisory firm

Temasek Trust, founded by Singapore’s state investment fund Temasek Holdings, has launched TT Foundation Advisors (TTFA), a new provider...

Apr 30

PEOPLE MOVES

2,000 CICC bankers face pay cuts

China International Capital Corp. (CICC), a leading investment banking firm in China, is cutting the base salaries of its onshore...

Apr 30

ASSET MANAGEMENT

HSBC closes independent asset management units in HK and Singapore

HSBC Holdings Plc has closed its independent asset management business in Hong Kong and Singapore, following a strategic review. This...

Singapore PM Lee says Indonesia to drive ASEAN’s green growth

Apr 30

ECONOMY

Singapore PM Lee says Indonesia to drive ASEAN’s green growth

Singapore's prime minister, Lee Hsien Loong, expressed anticipation for Indonesia to spearhead Southeast Asia's green economy growth...

Hong Kong's GDP set to grow 2.5-3.5% in Q1

Apr 29

ECONOMY

Hong Kong's GDP set to grow 2.5-3.5% in Q1

Hong Kong's GDP is expected to continue its moderate growth trend, projecting a 2.5% to 3.5% increase for the first quarter, according to...

Woori Financial joins bid for Lotte Insurance

Apr 29

OTHER NEWS

Woori Financial joins bid for Lotte Insurance

Woori Financial Group has joined the race to buy Lotte Insurance, South Korea's seventh-largest non-life insurer, aiming to boost its...

Thailand appoints new finance minister in cabinet reshuffle

Apr 29

PEOPLE MOVES

Thailand appoints new finance minister in cabinet reshuffle

Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has named Pichai Chunhavajira, a seasoned capital markets expert, as the country's new finance...

Philippines pushes for US free trade agreement amid election year

Apr 29

ECONOMY

Philippines pushes for US free trade agreement amid election year

The Philippines continues to actively pursue a bilateral free trade agreement (FTA) with the US, despite not being a priority for the US...

Indonesia, Australia ink crypto tax info sharing agreement

Apr 26

REGULATION

Indonesia, Australia ink crypto tax info sharing agreement

The Indonesian Directorate General of Taxes (DGT) and the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to...

Morgan Stanley PE Asia announces leadership shakeup

Apr 26

PEOPLE MOVES

Morgan Stanley PE Asia announces leadership shakeup

Morgan Stanley Private Equity Asia (PEA) is restructuring its regional teams as CEO Chin Chou retires, an internal memo reveals. The firm...

HKEX names former SFC chairman as new head

Apr 26

PEOPLE MOVES

HKEX names former SFC chairman as new head

Carlson Tong Ka-shing, a seasoned accountant and regulator, has been named the new chairman of Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX),...

Japanese insurers shift investment strategy, reduce government bonds

Apr 26

ASSET MANAGEMENT

Japanese insurers shift investment strategy, reduce government bonds

Japan’s leading life insurers plan to significantly reduce their net purchases of Japanese government bonds (JGBs) in fiscal 2024, amid...

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