Amala Balakrishner is a reporter for CNBC Pro, based in Singapore. She covers a range of topics including stocks, bonds, investing trends, ETFs, and portfolio allocation, with a particular focus on global markets and international finance. Amala's work has been featured in notable publications such as Fund Selector Asia, International Adviser, and NBC outlets across various regions.
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By: Amala Balakrishner
Private banks are expanding their platforms for trading physical gold, driven by growing demand from private wealth clients. Meanwhile, Singapore looks to position itself as a precious metals hub. Last week, DBS Bank announced it would allow clients to trade tokenised gold backed by physical bullion on its platform, while Bank of Singapore said it was introducing the option for…
By: Amala Balakrishner
Standard Chartered is doubling down on North Asian equities over Southeast Asia for the second half of 2026, while identifying compelling AI opportunities in the US IPO pipeline. For 2H26, the bank has upgraded Asia ex-Japan equities to overweight, citing compelling valuations relative to global markets and superior earnings-per-share growth compared to major regions. North Asian markets, such as Taiwan…
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Kelvin Tay has started his new role as chief investment officer for Asia at Pictet Wealth Management, the Swiss pure play announced on Wednesday. Tay, who was most recently CIO South Asia Pacific at UBS Wealth Management, left the bank in the second quarter. Asian Private Banker first reported his move, which took effect on July 1. Based in Singapore, he will…
By: Amala Balakrishner
Islamic wealth management is increasingly attracting investors beyond the traditional Muslim client base, according to Maybank Private's Alice Tan. While Islamic finance has long been associated with religious compliance, investors are increasingly recognising its broader investment philosophy, which emphasises real economic activity, stewardship and responsible long-term wealth creation and preservation, Tan, the bank's head of wealth planning, said. “Our starting…
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Ongoing macroeconomic headwinds and currency fluctuations are pushing the cost of a premium lifestyle to new heights, with Asia Pacific now playing host to half of the world's ten most expensive cities. According to Julius Baer's 2026 Global Wealth and Lifestyle Report, the cost of living a premium lifestyle, tracked by its lifestyle index, rose by 10.2%. Singapore retained its…
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Ultra high net worth (UHNW) investors in Asia are moving beyond chasing headline yields in private credit. With high base rates and tight spreads, wealthy clients are demanding deeper proof of downside protection, underwriting discipline, and default risk before locking up their capital. Speaking at Asian Private Banker's Alternatives Solution Nexus 2026 in Singapore on Thursday, alternative market heads from…
Three years after establishing its regional platform, WRISE Group is entering its next phase of growth, having recorded more than 70% year-on-year AUM growth and expanded its presence across Asia. The independent wealth manager has moved beyond its original hubs in Singapore, Hong Kong and Dubai, adding new market access as it builds a broader regional wealth platform. Speaking to…
A former market head from Bank of Singapore has taken on a leadership role at a Singapore-headquartered multi-family office. Farro Capital has appointed Mohan Subramaniam as managing director for its wealth management strategy and client advisory platform across Singapore, the UAE and key regional markets, according to a statement released on Tuesday. Subramaniam will support the firm's ultra high net…
DBS Bank is aiming to more than double its assets under management (AUM) to S$1 trillion (US$774.8 billion) across its affluent, high net worth (HNW), ultra high net worth (UHNW) and retail wealth businesses by 2030. To support the target, the bank plans to hire more than 600 frontline advisors and platform engineers by the end of the decade, while…
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Deutsche Bank Private Bank has hired a former Citi executive for its Southeast Asia business, Asian Private Banker has learnt. Jennifer Tay Effective 3 August 2026, Jennifer Tay has been appointed as vice chairman for Southeast Asia at Deutsche Bank, according to an internal memo seen by APB. In her new role, she will focus on strengthening engagement with key…
