Endowus Co-founder and CEO Gregory Van joins Carolyn Wright on RTHK Radio 3 to talk about the relationship between wealth and wellness using job satisfaction as a metric. Gregory talks about employer prioritisation and how financial literacy does not tend to take precedence, causing anxiety in employees.

(From 00:20) Chief Investment Advisory Officer at Endowus, Hugh Chung, joins Carolyn Wright on RTHK Radio 3 to talk about the US economy and how to position yourself in the market. He gives his thoughts on the health of the US economy, the expectation of US job data, the Federal Reserve and how one might position themselves in the cuts to come.

(From 2:22:17) CNA Asia First broadcasted an interview with Hugh Chung, Chief Investment Advisory Officer at Endowus where he commented on recent movements in tech stocks, and how utilising a diversified approach continues to be the best approach to navigate the markets easier.

The fluctuations in Japanese yen in 2024 has caused some investors to wonder if the normally consistent country and currency remains a safe-haven asset to invest in. Endowus' Chief Investment Advisory Officer, Hugh Chung comments on the Japanese yen and how its performance is tied to US government bond yields.

CNBC reports on an increasing lack of corporate loyalty amongst Gen Zs and millennials as the younger workforce prioritise work-life balance and company culture. A collaboration between Endowus and Intellect bore fruit to the Wealth and Wellbeing report, showcasing findings such as 43% of Gen Z and millennial employees in Singapore and Hong Kong harbouring frequent thoughts of leaving their jobs.

The Endowus and Intellect Wealth and Wellbeing report showed a synchronous relationship between financial preparedness and mental wellbeing in employees. Endowus Head of Hong Kong, Steffanie Yuen spoke on a RHTK podcast about how being financially prepared can improve work efficiency and reduce employee turnover rates.

The Wealth & Wellbeing report by Endowus and Intellect features respondents from Hong Kong and Singapore and deep dives into the relationship between financial and mental wellness. 80% of working professionals believe being financially prepared would help their work productivity and ensure that they are less distracted.

86% of Hong Kong-based respondents noted that being financially prepared will help them overcome setbacks and challenges, as stated in the Endowus and Intellect Wealth & Wellbeing report. The report surveyed 1000 Gen Zs and Millennials in Singapore and Hong Kong.

As stated by the Endowus and Intellect Wealth & Wellbeing report, 40% of Hong Kong-based employees have an intention to leave their jobs, and 69% believe that financial planning and education is the key to job retention. The report uses 3 factors to measure personal mental health; growth mindset, resilience and self-esteem.

Endowus Head of Hong Kong Steffanie Yuen talks about an increase in high-net worth investors moving their assets into the private equity market. She states the main reasons include seeking better returns and a diversification of existing portfolios.

Endowus has collaborated with Intellect, a mental wellness company to produce the Wealth and Wellbeing report. The report substantiates various factors that tie financial preparedness and personal wellbeing. Samuel Rhee, Endowus Chairman and CIO said, “In partnership with Intellect, Endowus is committed to working with forward-thinking organisations to design effective, personalised employee welfare programmes that make a meaningful impact on their teams’ overall well-being and financial futures.”

Endowus CEO and Co-founder Gregory Van talked to RTHK about high net worth investors and how their choices can shape market investment choices, as well as his views on investing in evergreen liquid funds.