BT Correspondents8 Dec 2025

Planning early for a successful Great Wealth Transfer

Asia is on the cusp of a massive US$6 trillion wealth transfer — but with great wealth comes great complexity.

In this episode of WealthBT, host Genevieve Cua speaks with Victor Aerni, CEO, Pictet Wealth Management Asia, about the forces reshaping intergenerational succession.

From the rise of “100-year CEOs” to blended families and globalised heirs, Victor explains why early planning, shared values, and clear governance matter more than ever. He also unpacks real-world case studies and the growing importance of family charters in preserving harmony, purpose, and legacy.

Synopsis: Learn to protect and grow your wealth in this monthly Business Times podcast series for affluent individuals, hosted by BT wealth editor Genevieve Cua.

This episode is produced in collaboration with Pictet Wealth Management.

Highlights of the podcast:

02:11 Asia’s great wealth transfer

05:58 How Lee Kum Kee and Mitsui did it

08:48 Trends in wealth transfer in Asia

11:33 Bridging the generational gap

15:10 The role of a family charter

17:43 Advice for families

More about:

Pictet Insights: How to manage intergenerational wealth transfer

Pictet Wealth Management

Pictet WealthBT Podcasts

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Written and hosted by: Genevieve Cua (gen@sph.com.sg)

With Victor Aerni, CEO, Pictet Wealth Management Asia

Edited by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro

Produced by: Genevieve Cua, Emily Liu & Chai Pei Chieh

A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media

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