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Singapore’s rise as a wealth hub mirrors Asia’s changing fortunes: Julius Baer Asia head

Singapore’s cross-border wealth is expected to grow at a compound annual rate of 9 per cent between 2025 and 2030, from about US$2.1 trillion to US$3.3 trillion.
Singapore’s cross-border wealth is expected to grow at a compound annual rate of 9 per cent between 2025 and 2030, from about US$2.1 trillion to US$3.3 trillion.

News analysis

When wealth outruns wages: The changing dynamics of global property markets

Buoyant equity markets have boosted the purchasing power of affluent households, while the AI investment boom is creating substantial wealth in technology centres, says the writer.
Buoyant equity markets have boosted the purchasing power of affluent households, while the AI investment boom is creating substantial wealth in technology centres, says the writer.

Branded Content

Retirement, wealth and AI: What a changing Asia means for investors

asia investors
asia investors

Ultra-wealthy families in Asia, including Singapore, lack succession and crisis planning: DBS report

Ultra-wealthy families see wealth transfer as a key priority, with 79% wanting to pass wealth down to two or more generations.
Ultra-wealthy families see wealth transfer as a key priority, with 79% wanting to pass wealth down to two or more generations.

CEO Insights

You don’t need to be a natural salesperson to be a banker: Bank of Singapore CEO

Not all bankers may be natural salespeople, said Bank of Singapore CEO Jason Moo.
Not all bankers may be natural salespeople, said Bank of Singapore CEO Jason Moo.

Business excursion to China: UOB’s annual next-gen programme targets high-net-worth heirs

Participants and speakers of UOB Private Bank’s 2026 Next Generation Programme during a company visit to Unitree Robotics in Hangzhou.
Participants and speakers of UOB Private Bank’s 2026 Next Generation Programme during a company visit to Unitree Robotics in Hangzhou.

Flurry of activity for China’s richest ahead of offshore wealth tax deadline

Regulations announced in July levy a tax of 20% on dividends and interest gained from offshore trusts.
Regulations announced in July levy a tax of 20% on dividends and interest gained from offshore trusts.

Asia’s wealth transfer to next generation puts family unity to the test: Report

Differing valuation expectations is the most frequently cited source of family misalignment that could derail a family’s exit.
Differing valuation expectations is the most frequently cited source of family misalignment that could derail a family’s exit.

Tennis showman Gael Monfils apparently retires ahead of planned curtain call

Tennis - U.S. Open - Flushing Meadows, New York, United States - September 3, 2026 France's Gael Monfils in action during his second round match against Learner Tien of the U.S. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters/Amber Searls/File Photo
Tennis - U.S. Open - Flushing Meadows, New York, United States - September 3, 2026 France's Gael Monfils in action during his second round match against Learner Tien of the U.S. IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters/Amber Searls/File Photo

Wealthy investors can trust Singapore to manage their assets: Gan Kim Yong

Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong speaking to Bloomberg TV on the sidelines of Bloomberg New Economy Forum 2026 in New Delhi, on Oct 14.
Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong speaking to Bloomberg TV on the sidelines of Bloomberg New Economy Forum 2026 in New Delhi, on Oct 14.

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