- Bank of Singapore has named Benjamin Low as its new Head of Alternative Investments, effective 17 August, to lead the bank's growth in its alternatives platform.
- Low is tasked with leading the growth of the bank's alternatives platform, which includes private equity, private credit, venture capital, infrastructure, and real estate, to meet the investment needs of high net worth and ultra high net worth clients.
- Bank of Singapore is stepping up its push into alternative investments as demand for private market strategies continues to grow among wealthy Asian clients.
- The global alternatives industry is projected to reach $32 trillion in assets under management by 2030, according to industry data provider Preqin.
Bank of Singapore has appointed Benjamin Low as head of alternative investments, effective August 17, to lead the bank's growth in its alternatives platform, which includes private equity, private credit, venture capital, infrastructure, and real estate.1234
Low's appointment comes as demand for private market strategies rises among wealthy Asian clients. The global alternatives industry is projected to reach $32 trillion in assets under management by 2030, according to data from Preqin, a private capital database provider.56
Prior to joining Bank of Singapore, Low was head of Asia Hedge Funds Research at Cambridge Associates, where he advised on multi-billion-dollar portfolios for endowments, family offices, pension funds, and corporate investors. He brings over 15 years of institutional leadership experience in alternatives strategy, portfolio positioning, and manager selection.
This strategic move aligns with Bank of Singapore's broader expansion in alternatives, aiming to meet the investment needs of high net worth and ultra high net worth clients.
As the demand for alternative investments continues to grow, Low's leadership is expected to enhance the bank's offerings in this competitive market.
“Benjamin Low, with over 15 years of experience in institutional leadership, will focus on private equity, private credit, and venture capital to cater to high net worth clients. The global alternatives industry is projected to reach $32 trillion in assets under management by 2030, highlighting the growing demand for such investment strategies.”
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