Heather Ng

Once seen as an alternative or currency hedge, gold is now gaining traction among Asian institutional investors as a core portfolio asset.

Asset owners are accelerating their move into gold, driven by market volatility, structural shifts like de-dollarisation and a growing appetite for diversification.

The kingdom’s sovereign investment arm is driving a national transformation through portfolio management, strategic investments and a thriving innovation ecosystem.

Its strategic location and policy support position southern Kaohsiung as a new base for offshore funds, despite regulatory and geopolitical challenges.

In a world where investors are often chasing the next big thing, the single family office stands out by sticking to fundamentals.

Industry leaders expect ripple effects across the region, with Japan equities surging and emerging markets gaining appeal amid supply chain shifts.

Guided by the principles of Gross National Happiness, Bhutan's de facto sovereign wealth fund is merging tradition with innovation to build a values-driven investment strategy.

China's policy tailwinds and favourable valuations are driving fresh institutional flows, while contrasting trends in India sees some US investors reducing their stakes.

The new regime, set to begin on August 1, aims to enhance liquidity, tighten spreads and accelerate institutional adoption across Asia’s digital asset markets.

A trio of landmark US digital asset bills and a push to let pensions invest in alternatives signal mainstream acceptance of cryptocurrencies, with significant implications for both governance and future portfolio construction.

As geopolitical complexity grows, APAC investors are questioning the size of their US exposures and shifting toward resilient sectors in markets that could offer pockets of growth.

The launch marks a key step in bringing digital assets into the institutional mainstream, solidifying the asset manager's role in bridging blockchain and traditional finance.