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Greater KL ROCKS! 2nd in Southeast Asia in the IMD World Competitiveness Ranking 2023 2nd most innovative upper middle-income economy in the Global Innovation Index 2023 3rd most competitive global business services (GBS) location in the Kearney Global Services Location Index 2023 Top 20 cities for digital talents in Decoding the Digital Talent Study by Boston Consulting Group and The Network, 2021

A prominent industry thought leader recently emphasised, “What makes you competitive isn’t about who can trade or invest better; it’s about who runs the most streamlined machine.” In this spirit, we are hosting an exclusive roundtable discussion in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to discuss various strategies the financial industry can deploy to increase #posttrade efficiencies and reduce risk. This intimate gathering will provide a platform for industry leaders to share their insights. Key discussion topics will include: Key challenges faced by sell-side financial institutions. How will Asia cope with the shortening of settlement cycles that are being imminently implemented  Technological developments that are helping and hindering financial institution’s operations processes Date: October 10th, 2024. Venue: The Westin, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Time: Registration begins at 11 am. Given the exclusive nature of this event, seats are limited. If you wish to join other industry leaders for this exclusive roundtable discussion, confirm your interest by filling a short form here - https://lnkd.in/gsXQZEUj #SellSide #CapitalMarkets #CapitalMarketsConference #FinancialInstitutions #PostTradeOperations #PostTradeEfficiencies #MalaysiaConference #FintechRoundtable #FintechEvent #Contemi #NOVA #NovaPostTradePlus #AsiaRisk

The irreversible trend of Chinese companies expanding in South-east Asia can be seen in both industry and finance (Q1, Q2, Q3). There will only be more and more partnerships and opportunities. Keep it up! Q1: "CICC, which has about $90bn in assets and shareholders that include Tencent and Alibaba, said it was targeting Indonesia, Vietnam, Malaysia and Thailand for its third phase of overseas growth. South-east Asia, home to 700mn people, is China’s top trading partner." Q2: "Expansion beyond the mainland began in 1998, with an office in Hong Kong, and a second phase followed with openings in other global financial hubs including Singapore, New York and London." Q3: "It already serves companies such as electric-vehicle makers BYD and Geely, and CICC wants to be the 'bridge' that connects them to south-east Asia." https://lnkd.in/eP3kWVtG

Exciting news for investors in Singapore! As Asia’s most international marketplace for companies and investors seeking long-term sustainable growth, SGX Securities is expanding investment opportunities with a new tranche of Singapore Depository Receipts (SDR) from 1 April. 🌟 Building on the success of the Thailand-Singapore DR linkage, five new SDR will be introduced, further expanding SET50 sector coverage to meet local investor demand for wider range of Thai blue-chips. With these additions, our SDR shelf grows to eight securities, representing over 40% of Thailand’s benchmark SET50 Index by constituent weightage. Stay ahead of the curve and start diversifying with SDR. Check out the comments section to learn more about SDR. 📈 Phillip Securities Pte Ltd | #SGXSecurities #SDR #SET #Diversification #Dividends 

Volatile Chinese markets have unsurprisingly been a tough sell for private banks in 2024, but a Temasek-backed private markets manager has come up with an intriguing solution. SeaTown, founded in Singapore in 2009, sees the “China plus 1” strategy adopted by many companies to diversify their supply chains into ASEAN, as an important thematic investment opportunity for private wealth clients to consider. The move is part of a broader pivot by SeaTown, which is wholly owned by Temasek’s asset management subsidiary Seviora Holdings, towards raising funds from the private wealth and institutional investment channels. Previously, US$4 billion in AUM SeaTown had only invested funds on behalf of its Singapore state-owned parent. Featuring Chi Kit Chai at SeaTown Holdings International

Free trade zones in Malaysia (New article on the REAB website) There are many advantages for businessmen to open a company in Malaysia. In addition, the presence of free trade zones makes the country more attractive to investors who want to do business here. Julia Taraday, REAB Consortium Full text at https://lnkd.in/eNmnQXdY #fez #investments #laws #malaysia #reviews #starting_a_business

🚀 Exciting Times Ahead! Ant Group's Potential Entry into MENA 🌍💳 The fintech landscape in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region may soon witness a revolution with Ant Group's anticipated arrival. 🤩 With its expertise in digital finance and a wide range of services, Ant Group could shake up the market and present a challenge to local players. But, will this happen soon? Let's delve into the possibilities. 🤔 Factors such as regulatory considerations, market conditions, and strategic decisions by Ant Group will influence the timing of its entry into the MENA region. ⏳ Alibaba Group's recent partnerships with local Gulf companies hint at a growing interest in the region's tech sector. By fostering collaborations within the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Alibaba aims to capitalize on the region's potential for growth and innovation. 🌐🤝 Aligning with the ambitious Vision 2030 of Saudi Arabia, Alibaba demonstrates its commitment to supporting socioeconomic development and digital transformation in the region. 🇸🇦📈 As Alibaba strengthens its presence in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, we can anticipate a wave of collaboration and innovative solutions, driving forward the region's digital transformation journey. 🌊 This not only benefits Alibaba.com's resurgence but also opens up new opportunities for businesses and consumers alike. 💼💡 The potential entry of Ant Group into the MENA region holds the promise of enhancing competition, fostering innovation, and offering exciting new avenues for growth. 🌟 Are you ready for the future of fintech in MENA? Share your thoughts! 💬✨ #AntGroup #FintechRevolution #MENA #DigitalTransformation #Vision2030 #Innovation #FutureReady 🚀📲

Today’s China Top Five: 💡 𝗚𝘂𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗶 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 The new branch in Shanghai integrates advanced financial technology and digital operations, aiming to provide personalized and highly executable long-term wealth management solutions to over 60,000 online customers. Guotai Junan Securities Co., Ltd also partnered with Huawei to launch a HarmonyOS version of its app. 💡 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗿𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝟯𝟬 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 Several global and regional executives were present at the event held in Shanghai. Schroders major onshore entities include a wholly-owned fund management company, a joint venture fund management company alongside Bank of Communications Co.,Ltd. and a bank wealth management joint venture with the BOCOM WM unit. 💡 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗥𝘂𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 Major platforms like Douyin, Kuaishou, WeChat Video Channels, and Bilibili have instituted rules requiring licensed participants, prohibiting direct sales of financial products, and banning specific investment advice. Several fund companies have reported interruptions during livestreams as violations were flagged. 💡 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗔𝗱𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 Following the announcement of new equity trading commission standards, fund companies have been renegotiating fee agreements with brokers in preparation for the new regulations effective from July 1. Passive equity fund commissions are to be capped at 0.0262% and other types at 0.0524%. 💡 𝟭𝗤𝟮𝟰 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗔𝗠 𝗨𝗽𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲  Taikang AM, China Life AM and PICC AM collectively achieved operating revenues of RMB3.1bn and net profits of RMB1.4bn in 1Q24. As well as managing in-house assets, these large firms have also placed a significant focus on developing their third-party business; China Life AM, for example, manages almost RMB800bn of third-party assets.   #chinatopfive #zbenadvisors #assetmanagement #mutualfunds #ETFs #china #financialnews

We're all set here at Westin in Kuala Lumpur for an engaging roundtable discussion on "Strategies to increase operational efficiency and reduce risk." Excited to join leading experts from top firms as we dive into solutions that will reshape the future of #capitalmarkets operations in Malaysia. Stay tuned for insights from today's conversation! #CapitalMarketsConference #Malaysia #FinancialTechnologyInnovation #FinancialInnovation #Fintech #Bursa #Regulation #Stockbrokers #Contemi #Nova #AsiaRisk

🚀 The momentum is building in Malaysia's alternative investment market! Over the past year, we've witnessed a remarkable uptick in the number of new and rapidly growing enterprises seeking capital. 📈 Simultaneously, investors are increasingly drawn to diversifying their portfolios beyond the confines of traditional public markets, eagerly exploring the vast opportunities presented by robust alternative assets. In a recent exclusive with Star Media Group Berhad, our visionary CEO Kelvin Lee shed light on this flourishing landscape. While it's fantastic to see such positive traction, there's a glaring truth: individual investors are still lagging behind in fully embracing alternative assets. 💼 With the global markets facing continued uncertainties, could 2024 be the watershed for alternative investments? 💡Dive deeper into the insights shared by Kelvin Lee and discover why there’s no better time than now to venture into the world of alternative investments. Click on the article below to uncover more! Kelvin Lee | Benjamin Twoon | Khai Lin Sng | Willie Chang | Yifei Li | Lee Lian Foo | Muzahir Degani | Edrea Tan | Jamie Yee | I. Radith Soeriadinata | Adrian Koh | Riya Aris #PrivateCapitalMarkets #AlternativeAssets #singapore #malaysia #technology #capitalmarkets #investments #fintech