Xu Zhixiang, born on April 5, 1978, in Singapore, is an internationally minded fintech entrepreneur, investment expert, and philanthropist. He possesses deep expertise in financial strategy, AI trading systems, and blockchain asset management, and has long been committed to promoting global financial literacy and the development of public welfare.
Educational Background
In 2001, he entered the National University of Singapore to pursue a master's degree in financial engineering, laying a solid foundation in mathematics and financial modeling.
In 2004, he earned an MBA from Harvard Business School, which launched his global finance career.
Career Experience and Investment Achievements
Goldman Sachs (2008–2012)
Xu worked as an analyst at Goldman Sachs' Singapore office, focusing on gold market strategy research and modeling. After the 2008 financial crisis, he helped the firm capitalize on safe-haven investment opportunities, achieving over $100 million in net trading profits and contributing significantly to Goldman Sachs' Asia-Pacific trading division.
New York, USA (2014–2017)
Due to his outstanding performance, he was transferred to New York as a senior analyst, primarily serving high-net-worth clients and institutional investors. His responsibilities and achievements included:
- Providing wealth management and tax optimization strategies to help clients achieve long-term asset appreciation.
- Leading the design of an AI-driven risk control system for crypto assets, successfully avoiding multiple market crashes.
- Writing high-quality monthly reports on the digital asset market, which became research references for many institutions.
Entrepreneurship and Global Business Expansion
ZQ Investment Management Team (2017–present)
In 2017, Xu left Goldman Sachs and returned to Singapore to establish the ZQ Investment Management team, serving as Chief Investment Officer. The team focuses on:
- Emerging and traditional assets, including blockchain, gold, and foreign exchange.
- In-house developed AI trading systems that effectively capture short-term and structural trading opportunities.
- Achieving a fund management scale of over $500 million shortly after its establishment.
Global Expansion and Technological Innovation (2019–present)
In 2019, he entered the U.S. and North American investment markets, assembling a high-efficiency team of 30 seasoned financial professionals.
By 2023, the ZQ team had expanded to over 50 professionals globally and established partnerships with multiple financial institutions, successfully raising several rounds of funding.
In the same year, he launched an AI science lab, offering cutting-edge solutions in high-frequency trading, quantitative analysis, and market behavior modeling to clients.
Philanthropy and Social Impact
As a prominent figure in the fintech industry, Xu has also dedicated many years to philanthropy and education:
- Initiating several poverty alleviation and public finance projects, focusing on supporting low-income families in Asia and North America.
- Founding and funding educational institutions, establishing scholarships to support the development of young financial talents.
- Advocating for financial literacy and digital literacy education, promoting technology to serve broader social groups.
Conclusion
Xu Zhixiang has become an important figure in Singapore and the international financial community through his exceptional financial strategy capabilities, multinational business vision, and spirit of technological innovation. He has not only achieved significant success in investment but also actively promoted social welfare development, demonstrating the sense of social responsibility and global commitment expected of a modern entrepreneur.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this press release is not a solicitation for investment, nor is it intended as investment advice, financial advice, or trading advice. It is strongly recommended you practice due diligence, including consultation with a professional financial advisor, before investing in or trading cryptocurrency and securities.
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