Singapore has once again cemented its position as the world’s top destination for entrepreneurial wealth and personal relocation, according to HSBC’s Global Entrepreneurial Wealth Report 2025. The findings, drawn from a survey of nearly 3,000 entrepreneurs across 15 markets, highlight a continued eastward shift in wealth creation and mobility – a trend that aligns closely with what Alpadis observes across its offices in Asia, the Middle East, and Europe.
Despite global uncertainty and volatile trade conditions, business owners remain overwhelmingly optimistic. Half of all entrepreneurs polled expect their personal wealth to grow “a lot” in the coming years, while 94% are positive about their business prospects. This optimism is especially strong in Asia and the Middle East, where fast-growing economies and supportive regulatory environments continue to attract international investment and entrepreneurial talent.
Singapore sits at the heart of this transformation. The city-state was ranked the number one destination globally for both wealth relocation and personal migration. 15% of entrepreneurs cited Singapore as their preferred hub for moving wealth, ahead of the United Kingdom and Switzerland (11% each). It was also the top choice for personal relocation (12%), driven by confidence in its political stability, robust governance, and reputation as a gateway to Asia.
Singapore’s continued rise as a global wealth hub is the result of deliberate policy and consistent execution. Entrepreneurs value its transparent legal framework, efficient tax regime, and international connectivity. Its appeal extends beyond financial advantages: high standards of governance, rule of law, and quality of life make it an ideal base for families and businesses alike.
For Alpadis, which operates from its Singapore office at One George Street, these findings reflect what we see on the ground. Singapore attracts a diverse client base - from Southeast Asian family offices seeking institutional-grade structuring to global entrepreneurs establishing new ventures. Its role as a bridge between mature European wealth centres such as Switzerland and fast-emerging Asian markets like Malaysia, Hong Kong, and Indonesia has never been clearer.
The report also noted that nearly three in five entrepreneurs are diversifying their wealth internationally, with over half considering relocation abroad. For those looking to structure assets, protect wealth, or prepare for succession, such cross-border movements require sophisticated planning and deep jurisdictional knowledge - areas where Alpadis’ expertise in international planning, trusts, and family governance proves essential.
Wealth creation is only part of the entrepreneurial journey. HSBC’s report found that nearly half of Singapore entrepreneurs are concerned about structuring business transfers or succession plans, with many citing family discussions as a key challenge. This underscores a recurring theme across Alpadis’ private client advisory work: that wealth preservation depends as much on communication and governance as it does on technical structure.
A robust family governance framework can help prevent disputes and sustain business continuity across generations. As outlined in Alpadis’ own family governance guidance, establishing a family charter or constitution creates agreed mechanisms for decision-making, conflict resolution, and succession - ensuring the founder’s vision is preserved while allowing the next generation to lead with confidence.
While Singapore dominates Asian rankings, Switzerland and the United Arab Emirates remain critical destinations for entrepreneurial wealth. Switzerland continues to attract global families with its stability, privacy, and favourable taxation - qualities that have long positioned it as Europe’s leading wealth management hub. Alpadis’ Swiss team frequently supports clients in setting up companies, establishing family offices, or acquiring property under Switzerland’s clear regulatory frameworks.
In the UAE, entrepreneurs benefit from a progressive tax regime, strong infrastructure, and long-term residency schemes such as the 10-year Golden Visa. The UAE’s business-friendly environment complements Singapore’s role as a hub for Asia, reinforcing Dubai’s growing importance in global wealth mobility.
The HSBC report notes that 62% of entrepreneurs globally cite technology and artificial intelligence as key drivers of business growth. This focus on innovation extends beyond operations - it is reshaping how wealth is managed, monitored, and transferred across borders. For firms like Alpadis, leveraging technology enhances transparency, efficiency, and compliance, while maintaining the personal service that high-net-worth individuals expect.
As wealth flows increasingly between Asia, the Middle East, and Europe, the need for integrated international planning is paramount. Whether it involves establishing a Singapore family office, structuring assets through a Swiss foundation, or managing relocation to the UAE or Japan, entrepreneurs require partners who understand both the opportunities and complexities of global wealth mobility.
At Alpadis, we help clients plan not only where to grow, but how to preserve what they have built - across generations and jurisdictions.
