Singapore
Threadneedle adds further fund to DBS Bank
Threadneedle Investments has signed a distribution agreement with Singapores DBS Bank, giving DBS customers access to a further fund through the banks platform.
RHB AM unveils preIPO and special situation feeder
Malaysias RHB Asset Management has unveiled a feeder fund investing in private equity and special situations investments available in the local market and in Singapore.
Q2 new business dips for Singapore life cos
There was a 10% dip in new business premiums for Singapore’s life insurance companies during the second quarter, versus last year, although growth was sustained during the half.
Commission-free insurance will force change
The proposed commission-free life insurance direct sales channel in Singapore will prompt companies to re-evaluate their distribution channel strategies, says Fitch Ratings.
Commission-free insurance available
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has today announced the features of standardised life insurance products which will be possible to purchase directly from insurance companies by early next year.