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The Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation (OCBC) has announced plans to bolster its wealth-management staff in Hong Kong by 30% this year. This move is a strategic reaction to an increasing demand from its clientele for investment and financing services.…
UBS Asset Management has recently augmented its China equities team with the addition of Raymond Ma, a veteran portfolio manager formerly linked to Invesco. Ma will be serving as deputy to Bin Shi, the head of China equities, and will be stationed in Hong…
Indran Thana, an experienced investment banker, is set to join Citi as the managing director and head of real estate for the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) segment. The appointment, effective from June 2026, will see Thana, a former UBS…
Celsius, a renowned energy drink brand, has embarked on a multiple-year worldwide affiliation with the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One team, becoming the team’s ‘official Global Energy Drink Partner’. Aligning with Global Expansion This deal coincides with…
PepsiCo has recently unveiled a global alliance with the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team that will commence in 2026. This marks a first for the company, as three of its brands, Gatorade, Sting, and Doritos, will collectively collaborate with a Formula…
Leading French asset management company, Amundi, has recently enhanced its team of investment specialists in Asia, welcoming a new addition to their ranks. New Appointment Bolsters Team Amundi has announced the appointment of Chloe Shea to the position of…
Uniqlo Singapore has recently announced an exciting collaboration with local food brand, Old Chang Kee. This new venture will see the launch of a unique UTme! collection, beautifully capturing the ethos and heritage of Old Chang Kee. A Blend of Fashion and…
In a creative new partnership, M&M’s and Crocs have collaborated to launch a limited-edition line of clogs. The collaboration is a celebration of the shared appreciation for creativity, playfulness, and fun, both brands claim. The Unique Designs The new clog…
The retail landscape in Asia is witnessing a transformative shift as brands increasingly adopt hybrid shopping models in response to changing consumer preferences. As physical and digital shopping environments converge, retailers are finding innovative ways…
Amina Bank Welcomes Credit Suisse Veteran Alessandro Manfron Amina Bank has appointed Alessandro Manfron as the chief of staff to the chief client officer for the EMEA region, a move that marks a significant shift in his career. Announcing his new role on…
Migros Bank is making waves with its newly appointed Head of Corporate Clients. As of September 2025, Stephan Hässig, a seasoned professional with nearly two decades at UBS, will step into this pivotal role on the Executive Board. The Transition of Leadership…
Swiss crypto bank Sygnum is taking a significant step into the U.S. market with the appointment of J. Christopher Giancarlo, the former Chairman of the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), as Senior Policy Advisor. Known affectionately as “Crypto…
Singapore fintech startup Tyme Group has secured a US$250 million investment, which it calls the “largest fintech raise this year in Southeast Asia,” giving it a valuation of $1.5 billion. The company received the investment from Brazil-headquartered lender…
Many corporate workers at U.S. coffee chain Starbucks will get just 60% of their total bonuses for the 2024 fiscal year amid the company’s first annual sales decline since 2020. The coffee giant’s poor performance in the fiscal year, which ended on September…
Many Gen Z people are struggling to find jobs as businesses scale down operations amid the economic downturn. Ho Chi Minh City has over 300,000 businesses, but none of them were willing to hire Thanh Nga, 25, last year. “I have experience in customer service…
In preparing the groundwork for a new direction under its next chief, HSBC Holdings has started to reshuffle top management. The bank is expected to announce the retirement Marc Moses, chief risk officer, and board member, according to a report in quoting…
