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Is Southeast Asia the next big investment frontier for family offices? Family offices are betting on private assets and the dynamic economies of Southeast Asia, with Singapore standing out not only as a hub for SEA but also as a holding vehicle for clients' international holdings and portfolios. Derrick Tan, Chairman of WRISE Group shared his views with DealStreetAsia, on how ultra-high-net-worth individuals are navigating market volatility with an eye on diversification and robust growth potential. The push towards alternative asset classes and high-growth sectors like digital healthcare and fintech highlights the strategic avenues available for family offices seeking to enhance their portfolios. Our sincere thanks to Nguyen Thi Bich Ngoc from DealStreetAsia for sharing our views. #WRISE #WealthManagement #DealStreetAsia #SoutheastAsia #FamilyOffices #InvestmentTrends

MoFo Singapore Partners Shirin Tang and Yemi Tépé recently spoke at the Private Equity Asia Forum which concluded on Tuesday with over 300 private equity leaders participating in this event in Singapore. Organized by the Markets Group, the #PEAsiaForum brought together leading private equity allocators and asset managers for a day of networking and insightful discussions on the future of private equity, private debt, infrastructure, technology, allocation plans, and real asset investing. 💡 Panel Discussion: Secondaries, Co-investments, & Funds of Funds 💡 Moderated by Singapore Managing Partner Shirin Tang, this panel was joined by Amit Sachdeva of AlpInvest Partners, Tim Huang of Lexington Partners and Amit Gupta of TPG NewQuest. The panel discussed the growing trend among private equity investors to utilize the secondary market and strategies for leveraging secondaries, co-investments, continuation funds, and funds of funds to boost returns. 🔎 Panel Discussion: Private Credit—Challenges, Risks, and Opportunities 🔎 Moderated by Global Co-Chair of the Finance Group Yemi Tépé, this panel was joined by SJ Lim of KKR, Stephen Allan of BlackRock, Paul Kennedy of Bain Capital and Fi Dinh of MUFG Investor Services. The panel explored how private credit is uniquely positioned to maintain resilience and seize attractive investment opportunities during this unprecedented market transition. Panelists also shared their insights into evolving dynamics within the private credit markets and their perspectives on the future of this asset class. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gtuUe9yg #marketsgroupPE

Fantastic roundtable event over in Singapore with our partners Select Investors 🤝 If you missed out on the first one, don’t worry! This will now be a quarterly fixture where you can learn more about diversifying your portfolio with UK property from overseas 📈 A lot of engaging conversation, invaluable insight and business secured 🚀 On to the next one 🙌 #Singapore #OverseasInvestment #UKProperty #UKRealEstate #UKInvestment

🎉 Gordian Capital – 20 years 🎉 As we quietly celebrate 20 years, I wanted to thank the key parties that supported us in achieving that milestone. Firstly, our team: my business partner Stan Howard, our senior management, Anil, Janessa, Cherie and Alvaro, our hard working department heads and their dedicated staff (some relaxing between photoshoots, below). Secondly, our clients, ranging from highly experienced investment professionals to $100bn+ alternative giants. Thirdly, our investors, all the way from HNWI to Sovereign Wealth Funds, governments, pension funds and major financial institutions. Entrepreneurs don’t exist in a vacuum, so lastly a big thank you to all those who generously gave their time and advice along the way. There are too many to count but perhaps I can mention Christopher Wells and Peter Douglas, both key supporters in the early days. Over the period, we have launched 113 funds, built relationships with 160 service providers, moved our Singapore office five times, expanded to Tokyo, Melbourne, Shanghai and Hong Kong and today currently manage US$14.7bn. Looking forward to the next 20!   Mark Voumard #fundmanagement #hedgefunds #privateequity #venturecapital #realestatefund #assetmanagement #privatecredit #familyoffice #privatefunds #institutionalinvestor #IBA #SFIG

Family offices are leading the charge in reshaping alternative investments, allocating around 45% of their portfolios to this sector. In a shifting financial landscape marked by liquidity challenges for institutional investors, family offices are driving growth in private equity, real estate, and private debt. Their agility enables them to pursue high-risk, high-reward opportunities, distinguishing them from traditional investors facing regulatory constraints. The momentum of this transformation is palpable, particularly in dynamic hubs like Hong Kong and Singapore. The future of alternative investments hinges on the innovative strategies and adaptability showcased by family offices. Credit: Rachel Dabora at Preqin Jessica Jones at PGIM International AsianInvestor Full article: https://lnkd.in/ewQBTcF2 #familyoffice #alternativeinvestments #privateequity #realestate #privatedebt #investing #financialsector #jpmorgan #pmjcapital

Big thanks to Cheryl Heng at Citywire Asia for so eloquently detailing our recent journey to Singapore and capturing the essence of what Chartwell Family Partners is all about. Thanks Samuel S. Wu for also joining the interview to share our vision. You've probably seen news headlines painting Hong Kong and Singapore as rivals, but we’re not on board with that idea. In fact, at Chartwell Capital, we're just as captivated by Singapore's market as we are by Hong Kong's. So much so that we have plans to roll out a SGD-denominated listed equity fund in the coming months. Singapore's stocks might not be on top of minds of many investors, but I believe the stability and resilience of the Singapore dollar, coupled with the exceptional corporate governance of Singapore companies, make the Lion City a standout investment destination. #singapore #hongkong #investing #familyoffice #partnership https://bit.ly/49hI0Yt

𝗦𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 | 𝗔𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗮 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝟭𝗛𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝗯𝘆 Lucy Mallick As off market activity for Australian core to core plus assets picks up, Lucy Mallick sees opportunities for Singapore investors in the office market. Find out more about the improved investor confidence and major deals in Australia in this video, and connect with her for even more insight into capital investments down under. #ColliersSingapore #CommercialRealEstate #MarketOutlook #AustraliaRealEstate #InvestmentOpportunities

Dispatches from Singapore and Hong Kong! Recently, alongside Lorna Xin Chen, Tiffany Toh, Anil Motwani, CFA and James Ford, Jodi Norman and I delved into capital raising strategies in the Middle East with Asian managers. Our discussions spanned various asset classes, including real assets, infrastructure, private equity, venture capital debt and hedge funds. During our meetings, we engaged with both established and emerging managers and uncovered some interesting trends: 🧲SMAs, funds of one and partnerships are gaining traction as investor magnets. 🏢Some managers have / are contemplating establishing a presence in the GCC. 🤝Others are already investing in the GCC to strengthen ties with their investor base. Exciting times ahead for the investment landscape as strategies evolve and opportunities unfold across the GCC and Asia high-growth corridor. Stay tuned for more insights! #A&O Shearman #collaboration #Asia #privateequity #swfs

1,100 versus 2,700 Stringent requirements vs less stringent On paper, the impression of Hong Kong being more family office friendly seems to be legit. Taking away the compliance requirements aside, Singapore family offices already face one big concern. “Whats next for SFOs after setting up in Singapore?” At the 2023 WMI conference , one family office poised a challenge to private bankers. “Are you able to provide attractive access to investment opportunities other than structured investments products?” If Singapore can’t present real investment advantages or opportunities to SFOs. SFOs may not be wrong to only consider tax advantages to setup their funds in Singapore. If Singapore only aims to attract the best and elite family offices here, do remember that the pyramid top need the base and a mid to stay on top. #sfo #familyoffice #ledgengrouo

It's always an honor to host our esteemed GPs and LPs clients at one of our most eagerly awaited annual PE/VC luncheons, in collaboration with our partners at the Singapore Venture and Private Capital Association. We extend our deepest appreciation to the 60 senior attendees who actively engaged in our discussions reflecting on the past year's dealmaking. Our data highlighted a turbulent year for private equity, with a 35% drop in Southeast Asia’s deal value to US$9 billion and a 24% decrease in deal volume. Despite concerns about exit conditions and limited deal opportunities, Southeast Asia remains resilient and strategically important. The region’s underpenetrated PE/VC sector offers investors a reason for optimism, especially with green shoots emerging in key sectors such as alternative funds, healthcare, fintech, and consumer products. To re-ignite deal momentum, we need to address several issues: tackling exit overhang, enhancing the role of public markets in improving exit environments, and prioritizing operational improvements to drive returns. We look forward to continuing these important discussions and exploring new opportunities for growth in the coming year.