Wealthy investors view rates and yields as the biggest growth risk, says Deutsche Bank

A recent Deutsche Bank poll reveals that the world's wealthy investors view rising rates and yields as the primary risk to global economic growth. Conducted during the Emerging Markets Family Office Forum 2026 in Singapore, the survey polled around 200 family offices and high-net-worth individuals. According to the findings, 37% of those surveyed considered rates and yields to be the most significant risk, followed by inflation at 23% and AI-related risks at 17%.

In terms of geopolitical stability, Asia emerged as the most stable region for the next 12 months, with 73% of respondents agreeing. This was closely followed by the US (14%), the UK and Europe (6%), Latin America (4%), and the Middle East (2%). Marco Pagliara, head of emerging markets at Deutsche Bank Private Bank, stated that international families and their family offices are seeking stability, risk mitigation strategies, and global connectivity, with Singapore emerging as a favored global wealth center amidst changing global dynamics.

Deutsche Bank provides wealth management services in 14 global booking centers, and as of June 30, assets under management at its private bank reached €732 billion ($819.77 billion).