Winners Rationale

“Noah Holdings’ dominance in the China Offshore market is fueled by its strategic evolution into the primary global bridge for Mandarin-speaking U/HNW investors,” said Stanley Li, senior reporter at Asian Private Banker.

“In 2025, Noah underwent a significant structural transformation, centred on the strategic expansion of its Singapore headquarters. This move established a robust architecture of global booking centres, providing clients with enhanced jurisdictional security. The success of these efforts is evident: Noah saw a substantial surge in its overseas business throughout 2025, proving its effectiveness in helping Chinese families diversify their wealth across multiple currencies and international jurisdictions.

“The launch of ARK Wealth Management, Noah’s dedicated global platform, has been a cornerstone of its offshore success. Furthermore, through its affiliate, Olive Asset Management, Noah has successfully embedded itself within the Silicon Valley ecosystem. This allows the firm to offer clients direct exposure to frontier AI and technology investments that are often inaccessible through traditional private banks. Complementing this, the Glory Family Office division provides comprehensive, one-stop solutions for succession planning, family trusts, and global identity advisory.

“In 2025, the firm also significantly elevated its digital capabilities. By deploying AI-enabled relationship managers, Noah has accelerated complex reporting and cross-border planning, ensuring that its service quality keeps pace with the rapid internationalisation of its clients’ lives.

“The combination of deep cultural empathy for Chinese families and a sophisticated, Singapore-led global infrastructure makes Noah a deserving winner of Best Independent Wealth Manager – China Offshore.”