The majority of asset managers in Hong Kong are optimistic about the outlook for equity markets and many continue to hold a negative view of bonds, according to a recent survey.

The majority of asset managers in Hong Kong are optimistic about the outlook for equity markets and many continue to hold a negative view of bonds, according to a recent survey.
The Monetary Authority of Singapore and the Singapore Exchange have drawn up plans to strengthen the securities market after shares in three companies unexpectedly plummeted on the same day last year.
Hermes Fund Managers has appointed Jakob Nilsson as director of business development for Asia.
Vanguard has appointed Rodney Comegys as head of investments Asia Pacific and head of equity investment group Asia Pacific.
State Street Corporation has set up an office in Shanghai to provide alternative investment servicing solutions to its hedge fund clients.
BlackRock has launched a new multi-asset fund aimed at emerging market investors.
Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission has reminded all licensed firms to ensure compliance with regulations of both local and other jurisdictions while conducting cross-border business activities.
Japanese fund manager Nikko Asset Management has made four senior hires including global head of sales and global head of investment.
Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission has begun a public consultation on plans to amend its real estate investment trust rules to create greater investment flexibility.
Hong Kong’s Court of First Instance has overturned the acquittals of Pacific Sun Advisors and its director Andrew Mantel after the city’s financial watchdog successfully argued it was based on legal errors.
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