{
  "id": 9635293,
  "title": "Wealth advice is becoming more human, not less",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/wealth-advice-is-becoming-more-human-not-less",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-09-24T22:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Business Times - Singapore",
    "slug": "the-business-times-singapore",
    "url": "https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/singapore/bt50/wealth-advice-becoming-more-human-not-less"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Wealth advice is becoming more personalized, not less, as Citibank Singapore invests in both technology and human expertise. While AI can analyze vast amounts of data and provide insights, it cannot replace the nuanced understanding and human touch required for truly effective wealth management. Citibank Singapore's head of wealth for Asia South, Yeo Wenxian, explains that while clients are increasingly using AI tools, they still need someone to cut through the clutter and provide clear, meaningful advice tailored to their unique circumstances. The bank's approach is to combine the power of AI with the depth of human insight, creating a synergy that delivers better outcomes for clients. This includes training every client-facing employee to build trust, understand clients' deeper concerns, and make decisions that align with their long-term goals. By automating routine tasks with AI, Citibank Singapore frees up its advisors to focus on the aspects of wealth management that truly require human judgment and empathy.",
  "summary": "AI alone was never going to be enough. Citibank Singapore is investing in both",
  "key_points": [
    "Citibank Singapore combines AI with human expertise for personalized wealth advice.",
    "AI handles data analysis, while humans provide nuanced understanding and empathy.",
    "Training advisors to build trust and align with clients' long-term goals."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}