The Next Era of Wealth: Singapore VCCs, HKEX Pipelines, and the RMB
TL;DR Asian family offices are using Singapore VCCs to manage portfolios and access the HKEX pipeline. This dual-hub strategy leverages Singapore's regulation and Hong Kong&
Charles Spencer: family charters can help clans preserve their wealth across generations
TL;DR Charles Spencer argues that formal family charters — codified governance documents covering values, succession, and decision-making — are essential for preserving family wealth across generations. For Asia-Pacific family
Bank of Singapore appoints senior leadership for FO and wealth advisory
TL;DR Bank of Singapore has appointed senior leaders for its family office and wealth advisory divisions as Singapore's family office count exceeds 1,400 and
Private Credit’s Rude Awakening Gives Bond Funds a New Edge
TL;DR Stress fractures in private credit — rising PIK toggles, covenant breaches, and secondary discounts of 10–20% — are prompting APAC family offices to reassess illiquid debt allocations
Bank of Singapore to resume “aggressive” hiring as Greater China UHNW assets jump 50%
TL;DR Bank of Singapore reports a 50% surge in Greater China UHNW assets and is resuming aggressive hiring. The move tightens Singapore's private banking talent
Citigroup targets Japan, China senior hires to boost cross-border M&A push
TL;DR Citigroup is hiring senior M&A bankers in Japan and China to close TMT coverage gaps, signalling anticipated deal volume growth. Family office principals should
Investing in classic cars is playing with the wheel of fortune
TL;DR Classic car auction returns average 4–6% annually before fees, lagging private equity significantly. For Asia-Pacific family office principals, the social and network value may justify