Asia
Over 80% of advice firms globally lack a ‘defined M&A strategy’
But nearly half want to execute a merger or acquisition over the next 24 months
Standard Chartered wants to grow Asia wealth business
‘Emerging affluent’ market represents a ‘sweet space’ for the bank
PEOPLE MOVES: Standard Chartered, CII, Bank of Singapore
Bank makes c-suite changes, as professional body bolsters Middle East operation
Quilter shareholders approve sale of international business
Deal is expected to be complete on 31 December 2021
Wealth manager buys UK advice firm for £4m
While it ‘is in exclusive due diligence on two potential transactions in two international markets’