Jean Low

Jean Low

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The transition is most visible in the watch sector, which has seen an exponential boom in valuations following the pandemic.

Next-generation successors are betting on gold, watches as alternative investments

However, experts warn that these may not be ‘recession-proof’

UBS' Young Jin Yee (left) and Conrad Huber presenting the Global Next Generation Report, which surveyed more than 170 next-generation wealth holders globally.

Asia’s wealthy families shed taboo on succession planning as US$83 trillion changes hands: UBS

The inheriting generation is reshaping how family wealth is managed and who they trust to manage it

Initiatives such as the Collaborative Sharing of Money Laundering/Terrorism Financing Information & Cases platform contribute to MAS’ risk-surveillance capabilities, according to a Financial Action Task Force report.

Singapore banks getting better at spotting dirty money, but penalties still lack bite, says global watchdog

FATF recognises role of Republic’s strong public-private cooperation and information collaboration in curbing money laundering

The Republic emerged with stronger ratings than its previous Financial Action Task Force assessment in 2016.

Singapore earns top rating in fight against financial crime despite shadow of S$3 billion money laundering scandal

Despite high marks, a global watchdog flags gaps in sanctions and oversight of certain sectors

As family offices grow more sophisticated, the setting up of foundations also signals increased focus on governance, accountability and impact measurement.

What’s driving the surge in family office foundations in Singapore – and is it just tax perks?

Governance demands and next-generation priorities are also pushing wealthy families towards more structured philanthropy

Bill Chang, CEO of Singtel Digital InfraCo (left), and Arthur Mensch, CEO and co-founder of Mistral AI, at the signing of the partnership agreement between the two firms.

From traditional telco to tech: Singtel steps up sovereign AI push with latest tie-up

The group is betting on infrastructure, partnerships and a trained workforce to cement its position

Leung says that clients increasingly need to understand how systemic shocks, such as sharp movements in interest rates or oil prices, impact their portfolios.

Volatility pushing the wealthy to focus on risk, succession: HSBC’s Tommy Leung

The shift is especially evident among business owners, whose wealth remains tied to their operating countries

Lim Chung Chun, chairman and group CEO of iFast,says the inflows were from high-net-worth investors.

iFast says it’s not a key beneficiary of crisis-driven inflows, flags risk from Middle East tensions

The fintech platform also unveils its planned CAGR at its AGM on Friday, but shareholders question the projections

Anton Eser notes that despite a more fragile macro backdrop, spreads across both investment-grade and high-yield credit remain tight in public markets.

Credit markets are underpricing inflation, debt risks: Robeco CIO

Against this backdrop, the asset manager favours shorter-duration exposures and higher-quality credit

Dominic Soon, senior vice-president in private equity at GIC, says organisations can benefit "immensely" from AI if it is implemented responsibly, safely and thoughtfully.

Singapore leads global per capita use of Anthropic’s Claude AI as businesses ramp up adoption: GIC

SINGAPORE ranks as the largest user of Anthropic’s artificial intelligence (AI) model Claude on a per capita basis, highlighting the Republic’s rapid adoption of AI across businesses, Dominic Soon, se...