Franklin Templeton has poached Stephanie Hukins from Hermes Investment Management to manage the firm’s relationships with investment consultants across Asia-Pacific.
Author Archives: Drew Wilson
Drew Wilson is editor of Fund Selector Asia. Previously he was editor at a publication covering private equity.
EM largest source of global revenue
Global companies derived the highest amount of revenue (30%) from emerging markets at the end of last year, said Shaw Wagener, portfolio manager and chairman of Capital Group International.
Rothschild busts macroeconomic myths
Popular mis-characterisations of debt, deflation and QE result in a distorted picture of macroeconomic investment risks, said Kevin Gardiner, global investment strategist at Rothschild Wealth Management.
Baring plucks head of sales from HSBC
In preparation for the launch of its Hong Kong-domiciled funds, Baring Asset Management has hired Edmund Chong to lead product distribution in Asia ex-Japan.
Asia’s client base is underserved
The needs of the available client base in Asia are not being met, even as the region’s wealth management industry continues to grow, said Kevin Liem, chief investment officer of TTG Wealth Management.
Citic launches wealth management business
Hong Kong-based China CITIC Bank International (CNCBI) and its mainland parent bank have launched Diamond Wealth Management to address the booming cross-border demand from high-end clients.
China funds can invest without QDII
China’s mutual funds are now permitted to invest in Hong Kong shares using the Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect programme, according to the China Securities Regulatory Commission.
Columbia Threadneedle
Columbia Threadneedle Investments, a new brand resulting from the combined capabilities of Threadneedle and its US-based affiliate Columbia Management, has been launched.
Banque Syz eyes move into Asia wealth
An acute talent shortage has been a bottleneck for both asset and wealth management expansion in the region, said Eric Syz, group chief executive officer, in an interview with FSA.
Robo investment and advisory is gaining traction
The next wave of technology is being eagerly embraced by hedge funds and wealth management firms, and that could disrupt current models of investment and advisory.
