Asia
Smaller firms likely to bear the brunt of HK fee disclosure
Hong Kong’s enhanced fee disclosure proposals should not have a big impact on banks and fund houses, but may impact smaller intermediaries, according to industry players.
Singapore’s 55% commission cap ‘good news’ for some advisers
The impact of Singapore’s 55% cap on commission payments may not be as severe or restrictive as once thought, and may even see some advisers slightly better off, an industry source told International Adviser.
Lombard International granted Singapore licence
Lombard International, the global wealth structuring solutions provider, has been granted a Financial Adviser’s licence by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (Mas).
Bank of Singapore buys Barclays wealth unit for 30% less
Bank of Singapore (BoS), a subsidiary of one of Singapore’s largest banks, has completed the acquisition of the wealth and investment management business of Barclays in Singapore and Hong Kong.
Maseco Wealth targets ‘gaping hole’ for US citizens in Asia
UK-based Maseco Wealth, the specialist wealth manager for US expat clients, is to target Asia with the launch of an independently owned business in Hong Kong.