Hong Kong’s financial sector is experiencing a notable uptick in hiring activity across private banking, retail wealth, and investment banking verticals, including fixed income, currencies, commodities (FICC), and initial public offering (IPO) related functions, according to the latest Hays report. The resurgence in recruitment is being driven by stabilising capital markets, evolving regulatory frameworks, and […]

In today’s interconnected world, global events—from geopolitical tensions and sudden travel advisories to supply chain disruptions—can ripple through daily life far faster than many anticipate. For households and travellers alike, these developments often manifest not in financial forecasts, but in delayed flights, rescheduled surgeries, or unexpected expenses. Recently, a client called our office from an […]

Asia Commercial Bank (SCB) has unveiled a major restructuring of its insurance operations and announced plans to increase its authorised capital to VND 58,000 billion, signalling a strategic push to strengthen its financial ecosystem. The revised documentation for SCB’s 2026 Annual General Meeting outlines substantial adjustments to the bank’s corporate structure, with a particular focus […]

After months of legislative deadlock, the CLARITY Act has finally inched forward, following a compromise over stablecoin yield regulations. On 20 March 2026, Senators Thom Tillis (R-NC) and Angela Alsobrooks (D-MD) announced an agreement in principle, reportedly supported by the White House. The deal breaks a protracted impasse that saw private negotiations, closed-door meetings, and […]