In an era marked by the deepening of globalization, the diversification of family‑business succession models, and the ongoing evolution of corporate social responsibility, China’s family wealth management has undergone a profound paradigm shift. Accordingly, the role of the family office has transcended that of a traditional “wealth steward,” transforming into a central hub that coordinates corporate strategy with intergenerational family legacy. This expanded mandate demands not only robust “hard capabilities”—such as global asset allocation, systematic structural design, and comprehensive risk management—but also a deep understanding of the uniquely Chinese entrepreneurial spirit and the rich cultural heritage of family enterprises—their “soft core.”

Against this backdrop, the core value of family offices is being redefined. Their primary mission is to safeguard and steadily grow family wealth over the long term through professional, systematic services, while ensuring its seamless intergenerational transfer. Meanwhile, the advent of the AI era is reshaping the fundamental operating principles of organizations—including family offices. Consequently, the value of Chinese family offices extends beyond delivering superior investment returns; it also lies in serving as custodians of family values.

To present an authentic picture of China’s family office industry, highlight the management expertise and practical achievements of leading institutions, and foster high‑level industry dialogue and consensus, Forbes China and ZD GROUP are once again joining forces—following their 2024 collaboration—to launch the “2025 Forbes China Family Office Rankings.” We look forward to leveraging this platform to advance a family office development model that aligns with China’s national conditions and cultural characteristics, ensuring that wealth serves as a lasting driver of family continuity, social progress, and national prosperity.

The following are the final results of the “2025 Forbes China Family Office Rankings”:

Disclaimer: This ranking is a commercial collaboration. Some or all of the data used for this research are provided by our partners and third parties. All views and conclusions are based on the aforementioned data and should not be construed as investment advice or guidance.