Retail investors in Greater China rank fund house websites as the top source of investment information, and digital tools are beginning to get traction among fund houses, according to a Cerulli Associates survey.
Author Archives: Fund Selector Asia
JP Morgan adds RMB share class to Japan fund
J.P. Morgan Asset Management has introduced a share class hedged to the renminbi in the JP Morgan Japan (Yen) Fund.
Rupee may out-perform the US dollar
India is no longer one of the “Fragile Five” and a potential influx of foreign investment bodes well for the currency, according to Philippe Jauer, chief investment officer, Amundi Asset Management.
HSBC GAM volatility focused equity product
HSBC Global Asset Management has unveiled an equity product, which aims to protect investors from market volatility.
Asia Frontier Capital unveils Iraq fund
Asia Frontier Capital has set its eyes on investment opportunities in Iraq with the launch of a new fund.
Aberdeen China A share fund
Aberdeen Asset Management, which received the RMB Qualified Foreign Institutional Investor quota last year, is set to launch its China A-share dedicated investment strategy on 16 March.
India interest rates on hold Alliance Bernstein
India’s central bank is likely to keep interest rates on hold after it cut rates two times since January, according to Alliance Bernstein.
Pictet launches Chinese debt fund
Pictet Asset Management has launched the Pictet Chinese Local Currency Debt fund.
Turnover of HK-listed ETFs soars in 2014
The total annual turnover of exchange traded funds and real estate investments trusts listed on the Hong Kong exchange soared 25% year-on-year to reach a record-high of HK$1.23trn ($150bn), according to the Hong Kong stock exchange.
BlackRock sees downside for Chinese brokers
Chinese brokerage companies could face pressure on fee structures if banks are allowed to enter the brokerage business, according to BlackRock.
