Fortune's Most Powerful Women Asia 2025 List Honors Top CFOs from Huawei, ByteDance, Sony, and Temasek
In a testament to their leadership and impact, four top finance chiefs from Asia have been recognized on Fortune's Most Powerful Women Asia 2025 list. The annual ranking highlights women who are driving business growth and innovation in the region.
According to Fortune editors, the honorees were chosen for their "measurable impact, strategy reach, and capacity to shape the future." Among them is Png Chin Yee, CFO of Temasek, a Singapore-based investment firm. "I'm humbled to be part of this group of trailblazing women," said Png in an interview. "Our role as finance leaders is not just about numbers; it's about creating value and driving growth for our organizations."
DBS CEO Tan Su Shan tops the list as Asia's most powerful woman in business, recognized for her leadership at Southeast Asia's largest bank since March. Under her guidance, DBS has navigated revived trade tensions and the resurgence of alternative financial products.
The Fortune Most Powerful Women Asia 2025 list includes founders, CEOs, and other C-suite leaders whose influence crosses borders and industries. The honorees are leveraging regional and global volatility to drive business advantage.
According to Sheryl Estrada, senior writer at Fortune, "This year's list showcases women who are not only leading their organizations but also shaping the future of business in Asia." Estrada notes that the region is experiencing a surge in female leadership, with more women taking on top roles and driving innovation.
The recognition comes as Asia continues to face challenges such as economic uncertainty, trade tensions, and climate change. The honorees' achievements serve as inspiration for women globally, highlighting the importance of diversity and inclusion in business leadership.
As the region looks to the future, the Fortune Most Powerful Women Asia 2025 list serves as a reminder of the impact that women can have when given opportunities to lead and innovate.
Background:
Fortune's Most Powerful Women Asia 2025 list is an annual ranking that recognizes women who are driving business growth and innovation in the region. The list includes founders, CEOs, and other C-suite leaders whose influence crosses borders and industries.
Additional Perspectives:
According to a report by McKinsey & Company, women make up only 24% of leadership positions in Asia-Pacific companies. However, the report notes that companies with more diverse boards and leadership teams are more likely to outperform their peers.
As Tan Su Shan takes the top spot on the list, she joins a growing number of women leaders who are driving change in the region. Their achievements serve as inspiration for women globally, highlighting the importance of diversity and inclusion in business leadership.
Current Status:
The Fortune Most Powerful Women Asia 2025 list will be featured in the upcoming issue of Fortune magazine. The honorees will also be recognized at a special event in Singapore later this year.
As the region continues to face challenges, the achievements of these women leaders serve as a reminder of the impact that women can have when given opportunities to lead and innovate.
*Reporting by Fortune.*