Wealth In Asia 2011 - Special Report

The escalating European debt crisis has set a cautious tone for 2012. Mikio Kumada, Global Strategist with LGT Capital Management outlines what risks to watch for in the new year.

Investment demand for gold is growing in Asia, with demand from China booming because of poor returns from savings accounts and the stock market.

80% of the wealth in Asia will move to the next generation over the next 15 years. But a big concern for parents is how to educate their children about wealth.Martin Soong got some answers from Anthonia Hui of Al Wealth Partners.

Christian Stewart, managing director of Family Legacy Asia says Asian family businesses face many problems in handing over wealth and control of the business to the next generation.

Asian equities have not been spared in the recent market volatility, but Kenneth Akintewe, Portfolio Manager, Aberdeen Asset Management, says the bond market has remained resilient due to the region's strong fundamentals.

Today's wealth has become far more volatile than ever, says Robert Frank, "The High-Beta Rich" author. He adds that the culture of wealth creation is determined by stock and it is a revolving door of riches.

Michael Yoshikami, Founder & CEO of YCMNET Advisors talks about the main challenges facing investors in today's markets and what they should do to protect themselves.

While China remains an attractive investment destination, Mark Mobius, Executive Chairman of Templeton Emerging Markets Group thinks India may trump that down the road.