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.
Author Archives: Fund Selector Asia
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.
HEAD-TO-HEAD: Fidelity Strategic Bond vs M&G Optimal Income
This week’s Head-to-Head sees the Fidelity Strategic Bond Fund take on the M&G Optimal Income Fund.
HEAD-TO-HEAD: HSBC Vs PineBridge small-cap funds
Given the rise in market volatility, Fund Selector Asia compares two top-performing small-cap products: the HSBC Asia ex-Japan Equity Smaller Companies Fund and the PineBridge Asia ex-Japan Small Cap Equity Fund.
Fund houses warn on volatility from Greece impact
Increasing uncertainty around Greece and the probability of an exit from the Eurozone has raised the alarm at several fund houses about a surge in market volatility.
