Barclays steps up Singapore wealth push with launch of private bank booking centre, its second in Asia-Pacific

Barclays has launched its private bank booking centre in Singapore, expanding its international growth strategy and reinforcing its commitment to the Asia-Pacific region. This move allows clients to access Barclays' global banking, lending, investment, and wealth planning capabilities. Sasha Wiggins, chief executive of Barclays Private Bank and Wealth Management, emphasized Singapore's status as a leading wealth hub and the significance of this investment in serving internationally connected clients.

The center marks the second booking centre Barclays has established in Asia, following its India-based center. Prior to this, Barclays exited the wealth business in Singapore and Hong Kong in 2016, selling its private banking units to Bank of Singapore. The launch also follows the departure of Evonne Tan, who left Barclays to join Schroders' Asia wealth management business in early 2026.