Asia
banks distribution dominance in asia on the slide
While banks still dominate fund distribution in Asia, their market share has continuously fallen since 2009 as providers look to diversify their routes to market.
weak dollar keeps hk cheaper for expats
Hong Kong has tumbled down the list of most expensive locations for expats to live, as a weaker dollar continues to negate the impact of rising prices, according to the annual cost of living survey from ECA International.
major private health insurers test chinese waters
Experts may not agree on whether investing in Chinese businesses is a good idea at the moment. But for many multi-national companies, there is no disputing the need for at least one office on the mainland, typically in Shanghai.
vistra makes second acquisition in china
Vistra, a Geneva-based fiduciary and corporate services provider, has made its second acquisition in China, with the purchase of Cynosure.
bsi gets hk banking licence
BSI, the Lugano, Switzerland-based bank owned by Generali, has been granted a banking licence in Hong Kong by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority.