Bank of Singapore, Asia's Global Private Bank

The value of true wealth is beyond measure. With the right values, legacies last. Driven by our shared Asian values, we grow and protect our clients’ wealth with global expertise. For every generation.

Samuel K. Huen, our Global Head of Legal and Regulatory Compliance, has been recognised in the Legal 500 GC Powerlist for Southeast Asia. This list highlights in-house lawyers that have been instrumental in driving their organisations forward, particularly those who have done so in an innovative way.

What do family enterprises need to consider when incorporating ESG investing into their investment decisions? Jean Chia 谢佩华, our Global Chief Investment Officer, and Praveen Tekchandani, Climate Change and Sustainability Services Leader at EY share their perspectives on what family enterprises should consider when factoring ESG considerations into their investment strategies to enhance portfolio resilience for long-term risk-adjusted returns. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/g_SjzbHv

Rickie Chan, our Head of Private Banking for Greater China and Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Branch, has been named one of the top influential private bankers in Hong Kong in Asian Private Banker's inaugural Power List. This list recognises private bankers in Hong Kong for their expertise, commitment to clients and contributions to elevating the city's private wealth industry.

We concluded an amazing showcase at the Singapore FinTech Festival 2024 last week! This year’s OCBC booth featured insightful panel discussions with industry experts and our senior leaders, including Chooake Wongwattanasilpa, Karthik Shenoy, Enguerran Dallet, Bryan Lee, Sylvain Richer de Forges 彦西文, Annabelle Chow, Neha Ahuja, Rita ABDELLATIFI from Microsoft and Praveen Tekchandani from EY. Together, they delved into the potential of harnessing emerging technologies such as AI and data to drive innovation, enhance customer experience and unlock growth opportunities for the business. They also shared their perspectives on AI's role in sustainability and how it could create positive change in the financial sector. We also took the opportunity to showcase our elevated digital experience for financial intermediaries (FIM), which aims to empower our clients with comprehensive financial investment management capabilities A heartfelt thank you to our speakers, organising teams, and volunteers for their contributions to making this year's event a success!

Our "Beyond Luxury: Heritage and Legacy" panel brought together industry leaders who have built thriving enterprises from iconic brands that have resonated with people, adapted to changing preferences and market dynamics, and remained relevant over time. Moderated by our Global Chief Investment Officer Jean Chia 谢佩华, the discussion featured David Wertheimer, Founder of 1686 Partners, Caroline Scheufele, Artistic Director and Co-President of Chopard, and Sophie Lacoste Dournel, Co-Chairman of Fusalp as they shared their experiences and perspectives on how to strike the perfect balance between honouring tradition and heritage while embracing innovation in the ever-changing world of luxury. Gabriel Whaley, Founder and CEO of MSCHF, also contributed by sharing his personal journey in building and leading his company, discussing the challenges faced and lessons learned along the way. At Bank of Singapore, we are committed to bringing the world to our clients, one perspective at a time.

At our recent wealth planning forum titled “Navigating Challenges in Wealth Preservation Across Generations” in Hong Kong, Rickie Chan, our Head of Private Banking for Greater China and Chief Executive of the Hong Kong branch, delivered the opening address, which focused on the importance of wealth preservation. The event brought together guest speakers Patrick Yip from Deloitte, Jocelyn Tsao from Withers, Tana Chan from Deacons and Berry Wong from Charles Monat Associates, who discussed key legal and tax risks, family dynamics, and shared strategies for safeguarding family legacies in today’s ever-changing financial landscape. The forum also featured our Wealth Planning Specialist, Winnie Wai Ni Chan and Senior Portfolio Manager, Yuen Ho, alongside esteemed industry leaders Paul Au 區俊傑 from FWD Group, Christina Wong from Mercer, and Benjamin Cheng from Howden Private Wealth. Together, they provided valuable insights on building a resilient investment portfolio, highlighting the importance of insurance as an asset allocation tool and fixed-income products for sustainable growth to ensure a seamless transfer of wealth and values that will empower future generations to succeed. Christine Wong, Head of Wealth Planning in our Hong Kong Branch, concluded the forum with a closing remark, emphasising our commitment to supporting clients in navigating the complexities of wealth preservation and ensuring a lasting impact for generations to come. Discover how we can help you manage your wealth today: https://lnkd.in/gti3jXjW

In view of Japan’s leadership transitions, a reflating economy and a likely rebound in the JPY, our research team examines the opportunities in Japan’s markets despite the political uncertainty.

While the elections remain too close to call, Chief Economist Mansoor Mohi-uddin examines the impact of each candidate's potential win on financial markets and the Federal Reserve.

“When unsure of the correct answer, the most effective strategy is to build a portfolio." Chief Portfolio Strategist Owi Ruivivar explores the sources of uncertainty and how investors should factor them into investment decisions.