SHANGHAI, July 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently, ARK Wealth Management was honored at the 2024 Awards for Distinction, hosted by Asian Private Banker (APB), the leading independent publication for the private banking industry in Asia. ARK was awarded "Best Independent Wealth Manager - China," the highest accolade in this category.

Among the global industry leaders sharing the spotlight with ARK were UBS, Morgan Stanley Private Wealth Management Asia, J.P. Morgan Private Bank, and HSBC Global Private Banking.

Eight Years of Glory

ARK Sets a New Benchmark for Excellence in the Industry

Notably, the Asian Private Banker Awards for Distinction marks the first international industry accolade ARK has received since its official launch in October 2024 as the newly upgraded overseas brand of Noah Holdings (HKEX: 6686, NYSE: NOAH). Prior to ARK's win, Noah Holdings had already claimed this honor for seven consecutive years, and ARK has now extended and refreshed this remarkable achievement.

Qing Pan, CFO of Noah Holdings and CEO of ARK Hong Kong, stated: "Different World, Same Us. ARK proudly continues its legacy, winning this international award for the eighth consecutive year, a testament from authoritative third-party institutions to ARK's outstanding performance and deep expertise in the wealth management industry. ARK is committed to becoming the preferred wealth management platform for global Chinese, symbolizing the 'Ark of Wealth' with a mission to 'safeguard and guide.' Upholding a client-centric approach to asset allocation, ARK offers companion-style wealth inheritance, international asset management, and global concierge services, empowering global Chinese to build life wisdom beyond wealth and become long-term partners in value growth."

ARK was born to better serve the wealth management needs of global Chinese, with a global vision from day one. Currently, ARK operates service branches across six countries and regions. Whether in navigating complex financial environments or pioneering innovations in technology and service, ARK continues to set new industry benchmarks with its professional team, profound industry experience, and keen insight into client needs.

Asian Private Banker Awards for Distinction

The "Oscars" of Asia-Pacific Finance

APB boasts the largest team of private banking journalists and researchers in Asia.

Founded in 2009, APB is a professional magazine and leading information provider focused on Asia's private banking and wealth management sector. It features the largest team of private banking journalists and researchers in Asia, offering deep insights into major trends, key figures, market data, and regulations shaping the industry.

APB enjoys widespread support from top-tier institutions and professionals in the Asia-Pacific financial community.

The Asian Private Banker Summits, held annually in Hong Kong and Singapore, attract the most seasoned professionals in Asia's private banking and wealth management space, renowned for their unparalleled audience scale, breadth and depth of content, and the caliber of speakers.

The Awards for Distinction are among the highest honors for private bankers and wealth managers.

The Asian Private Banker Awards for Distinction are highly esteemed in the industry, celebrated for their rigorous and comprehensive evaluation process and criteria. They are regarded as one of the highest honors for private bankers and wealth managers.

Now in its 14th year, the awards serve as a key benchmark for excellence in the industry. Winners of this accolade not only demonstrate their leadership but also their commitment to delivering high-quality services to clients. The "Best Independent Wealth Manager - China" award is a renowned consumer finance recognition program across the Asia-Pacific region, distinguished by its extremely stringent evaluation process and high "gold standard," earning it the reputation as the "Oscars" of Asia-Pacific finance.

This award marks a significant milestone in ARK's global expansion and serves as a driving force for its continued advancement in the industry. Moving forward, ARK will remain steadfast in its client-centric philosophy, leveraging international perspectives and forward-looking strategies to propel the transformation and upgrading of the wealth management sector. Together with global Chinese, ARK will seize opportunities and embrace challenges.