One in two financial advisers using Cofunds is anticipating a Chinese market recovery, but India looks more promising, according to research from the platform.
Author Archives: Fund Selector Asia
Cheaper ASEAN valuations not attractive
In recent weeks, industry players have said that growth prospects in emerging regions remain strong, with investment opportunities springing up in countries such as Malaysia, Indonesia and even frontier Vietnam.
Bangkok Forum review: Scott Collison, Franklin Templeton
The first of three video interviews is from Scott Collison, head of alternatives for Asia, at Franklin Templeton Investments. He presented at Fund Selector Asia’s Bangkok Forum, and in the video he talks about how liquid alternatives offer investors diversification.
HEAD-TO-HEAD: Neuberger Berman vs Allianz
This week’s Head-to-Head examines two China equity vehicles: Neuberger Berman China Equity and Allianz Greater China Dynamic.
The message that says nothing
An appeal to Asia’s wealth managers to create a clear and crisp distinction among themselves – or continue to see wealth leave the region.
UK sees its future in China
If any further evidence was needed of the long-term direction for global financial markets, one need look no further than Aberdeen Asset Management’s announcement that it has been granted a business licence to operate in China.
Principal remains an EM believer
Sentiment for emerging markets has plunged and investors see heightened risk. But Principal Global Investors believes its EM growth prospects remain strong, according to Jim McCaughan, CEO.
Malaysia turmoil makes investors cautious
The investment climate in Malaysia will remain shaky in the near to medium term despite an improvement in the country’s foreign exchange reserves, industry sources said.
M&G Investments: Hendry to step down by Q4 2015
M&G Investments has confirmed that Andrew Hendry, the firm’s managing director of Asia, will be stepping down from his position by the end of this year.
India is Asia’s new growth engine
While external demand weakness and a slower-than-expected pace of economic reforms have impacted India’s GDP growth, the economy shows signs of health, according to an Asian Development Bank report.
