Alternative financing solutions are likely to remain crucial for businesses in Southeast Asia to achieve their growth potential, particularly while credit conditions remain tight for borrowing from traditional lenders. Read more: equitiesfirst.com/int/articles/a… #EquitiesFirst

Our Chief Executive Officer, Asia, Gordon Crosbie-Walsh recently sat down with the South China Morning Post to discuss the funding challenges being faced by Ultra High Net Worth Individuals across Greater China, particularly those involved in real estate development. Read further here:

Global markets continued to experience heightened volatility in July and August, including the sharp correction in Japan’s Nikkei 225 Index, which disrupted the carry trade strategy, leading to a rapid appreciation of the yen and a significant sell-off in Japanese equities.

Securities-backed financing can allow investors to remain invested in the tried-and-true drivers of Australian investment returns, while diversifying into new sources of growth such as tech stocks. To learn more: equitiesfirst.com/int/articles/t… #EquitiesFirst #ProgressiveCapital

EquitiesFirst wishes our partners and clients a happy Mid-Autumn Festival! May the full moon bring you joy and prosperity, along with cherished moments and festive gatherings with family and friends.

Recent equity market volatility may be especially troubling for shareholders whose wealth is highly concentrated in one or a few stocks. Long-term holders can insulate themselves by using securities-backed financing to raise capital without having to sacrifice upside potential.

FirstNews marks the release of its 50th edition, arriving at an important time as professional investors assess the risks and opportunities posed by geopolitical uncertainty and market volatility. This edition focuses on the key drivers of Japan’s 2024 market performance, while

Recent forced sales in Hong Kong’s ultra-luxury property market underline the risks facing investors who pledge real assets as security for loans. For some, access to alternative capital can help these borrowers avoid fire sales by monetizing their long-term shareholdings. To

We’re closely watching the historic market reactions to China’s economic stimulus efforts, announced in the last week of September. The two-pronged initiative, comprising massive monetary easing from the central bank and supportive fiscal measures from the Politburo, led to a

While there’s been a property market slump in the last three years, data center deals have been booming in the UK. Learn more: equitiesfirst.com/int/articles/u… #datacenters #UK #London #specialityfinance

The UAE is becoming increasingly renowned as a hub for technology investment. For entrepreneurs eyeing opportunities in the UAE, alternative capital such as securities-backed financing may provide a convenient and flexible way to raise capital. Learn more: equitiesfirst.com/int/articles/t…

EquitiesFirst works with private banks all over the world to deliver financing products for high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) and institutional investors. As a specialist in equities-backed financing, we are able to offer innovative, competitive solutions that address the

Singapore is considering bold measures to boost liquidity on the #SGX. How can investors adapt to a more actively traded SGX? Read more: equitiesfirst.com/int/articles/s… #EquitiesFirst #ProgressiveCapital #SpecialtyFinancing #Singapore #stockmarket #alternativefinancing

As gold prices surge to new highs, driven in part by Chinese buying, specialty financing may play a role in helping investors to diversify into the yellow metal. Read more: equitiesfirst.com/int/articles/h… #EquitiesFirst #ProgressiveCapital #SpecialtyFinancing #China #Gold #Commodities

Lending conditions in the UK and the rest of Europe continue to remain tight. Could securities-backed financing help to fill the gap and provide the investment financing that European companies need? Find out here: equitiesfirst.com/int/articles/p… #EU #UK #banks #ProgressiveCapital

The prospects for the Australian dollar have become less certain following the US presidential election. Whichever way it moves, securities-backed financing can enable businesses and investors. equitiesfirst.com/int/articles/w… #Australia #currencies #forex #trade #hedging