Asia
Finance minister floats Singapore wealth tax
Singapore’s rich could face a tax on their privately-held wealth if the city-state’s finance minister follows through on an off-the-cuff remark he made on Thursday, but analysts are worried it could negatively impact Singapore’s reputation.
Chinese asset manager becomes second biggest HSBC stakeholder
The asset management arm of China’s Ping An Insurance has become the second largest shareholder in HSBC after a recent acquisition pushed its stake over the 5% stock exchange notification threshold.
10 Chinese banks oppose new asset management rules
New rules from China’s Central Bank that look to tighten regulations in the asset management industry have reportedly been opposed by 10 national joint-stock banks.
Hong Kong IFA firm Convoy halts trading following raids
Trading of Convoy Financial Services shares have been suspended on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKSE) following multiple reports authorities have raided offices, homes and arrested executive directors.
Aberdeen gets Chinese onshore license
Aberdeen Standard Investments has secured registration as a private securities investment fund manager, making it one of only eight foreign asset management firms to gain the licence.