Asian bond markets are less vulnerable to the US interest rate rise and India and China are the two preferred countries for bond investments, said Joel Kim, head of Asia-Pacific fixed income at BlackRock.
Author Archives: Fund Selector Asia
Aviva Investors changes Taiwan distribution partner
The firm said it has swapped master agents in Taiwan, appointing CTBC Investments. CTBC will distribute Aviva’s 11 public registered SICAV funds from 1 August. Previously, the distribution was handled by First Capital Management. Kevin Talbot, chief executive of Asia Pacific, believes Taiwan holds “significant opportunity” for the firm. “Our new partnership with CTBC Investments […]
Deutsche AWM launches China sovereign bond ETF
Deutsche Asset & Wealth Management has launched the first exchange-traded fund (ETF) on the European market to provide investors with exposure to China’s domestic sovereign bond market.
Hong Kong investors confident on China
Hong Kong retail investors continue to show confidence in local and mainland markets despite the recent correction and volatility, according to a J.P. Morgan Asset Management survey.
UBS WM extends digital platform to Taiwan
The technology aims to align portfolios with the client’s chosen investment strategy and UBS’ view on global markets, according to the firm.
SFC bans BJB employee for fake diploma
The former Bank Julius Baer account manager misrepresented her qualifications with a fabricated master’s degree, according to the Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission.
OMGI converts Asian equities vehicle into income fund
Old Mutual Global Investors has responded to the growing Asian dividends landscape by converting its Asian equities fund into an income fund.
China’s trading freeze can undermine MSCI inclusion
The recent suspension of trading in 1300 A-share stocks could delay their much-awaited inclusion in MSCI’s emerging market index, fund houses said.
Asia’s ETF assets rise in first half
The assets under management of exchange traded funds and products listed in Asia-Pacific ex-Japan rose by 4.3% to $123bn during the first half of the year, according to ETFGI.
MRF draws in Hong Kong asset managers
Hong Kong has received 14 applications for products wishing to take part in China’s mutual recognition of funds (MRF) since the scheme launched on July 1.
