Sector or thematic products accounted for nearly a quarter of the net redemptions in equity funds sold in Hong Kong during the first half this year.
Author Archives: Francis Nikolai Acosta
Francis is editor for Fund Selector Asia, covering the asset and wealth management industry in Asia. He joined Last Word Media in November 2016 as a senior journalist and became deputy editor in 2019. Previously, he was a reporter at Ignites Asia, A Financial Times service, also covering the region's asset management industry. He has a Master's degree in journalism from The University of Hong Kong.
ASI preps its first FMP in Singapore
Other managers that have launched FMPs in the Lion City this year include Aviva Investors, Credit Suisse, Legg Mason and Schroders.
HEAD-TO-HEAD: Barings versus Fidelity
FSA compares two Asean products: The Barings Asean Frontiers Fund and the Fidelity Asean Fund.
In case you missed it (23 August 2019)
Net inflows this year drive VP Bank’s AUM; BNY Mellon IM hires key sales role for GBA; Portfolio management changes in MFS’ global total return strategy; Hedge fund redemptions continue; and more…
Hong Kong’s wealthy look for healthcare impact
However, in the SAR, sustainable investing is still all about returns.
Robo targets ‘emerging HNWIs’
The market segment is believed to be underserved by boutique wealth managers.
Invesco raises $300m for FMP in Hong Kong
The firm has launched a second version of the fixed maturity product (FMP) it debuted in July.
Are regulators pushing too hard on ESG?
Asia’s regulators, more than private banks, have been driving ESG-focused investing, though the latter have started to make ‘less formal’ inquiries.
Aussie robo eyes Thai market
Sydney-based Raiz Invest aims for expansion in Southeast Asia, but does not have any intentions of tapping the Hong Kong and Singapore markets.
In case you missed it (16 August 2019)
Capital Group bolsters digital capabilities; Merian hires from T Rowe; Apac ETF assets surge; Asifma launches Wechat account for Chinese users; and more…
