Core Insights - Hong Kong is poised to surpass Switzerland as the world's largest cross-border wealth management center due to strong capital inflows, growth of family offices, fintech innovation, and deep integration with the Greater Bay Area [1][2] - The number of ultra-high-net-worth individuals in Hong Kong surged by 22.9% to 17,215 in the first half of the year, marking the highest growth rate among top wealth markets globally [1] - Total assets under management in Hong Kong reached HKD 35.142 trillion by the end of last year, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 13%, indicating sustained demand for wealth management services [1] Wealth Management Landscape - Net capital inflow to Hong Kong rose to HKD 321 billion, increasing over sixfold, with more than 54% of total managed assets coming from regions outside mainland China and Hong Kong, highlighting the city's diverse global investor base [1] - Family offices have become a crucial pillar of wealth strategy, enhancing Hong Kong's global standing and attracting more capital and talent, leading to a 15% increase in assets under management in private banking and wealth management, reaching HKD 10.404 trillion last year [1] - As of the end of 2023, there are over 2,700 single-family offices in Hong Kong, with 885 managing assets exceeding USD 100 million, driven by government tax incentives and facilitation of entry [1] Future Outlook - The Greater Bay Area has over 510,000 high-net-worth families with assets exceeding RMB 10 million, and over 30,000 families with assets over RMB 100 million, presenting significant wealth management opportunities [2] - The Hong Kong government is encouraged to further enhance its competitive advantages and convert external risks into opportunities, mobilizing more resources to attract global capital [2] - The upcoming launch of "Cross-Border Wealth Management Connect 3.0" and improved policy support are expected to continue attracting global capital to Hong Kong, creating long-term value for investors [2]
香港2025年上半年超级富豪人数飙升22.9%至1.7万人 增幅冠绝全球
Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-12-12 06:29