As central banks around the world have become more hawkish, concerns around potential interest rate hikes and inflation expectations have cast a shadow on the outlook for the second half of 2021. However, Schroders continues to take a positive view on the market, as it believes rising interest rates have limited impact on markets, and that the inflation spike we are seeing at the moment could be short-lived.
Fund selector Asia presents Spotlight On – a multi-faceted, deep dive into investment themes and asset classes
Sustainable funds in Asia saw smaller net inflows in the second quarter, compared with the previous quarter, according to Morningstar.
The fund manager hopes that the abrdn Sustainability Institute will expand its ESG products and services in the region.
The potential of the Greater Bay Area and Hong Kong’s traditional role as a financial centre should spur the development of family offices, according to Family Office Association Hong Kong.
This week FSA presents a quick comparison of two Europe ex-UK equities products: the Blackrock Continental European Flexible Fund and the Threadneedle European Fund.
Semiconductors and electric vehicles are two sectors likely to generate returns for investors in Asia, according to Aberdeen Standard Investments (ASI).
Although most Apac investors feel optimistic about economic growth and stock markets, they will adjust their portfolios to counter rising inflation, according to a UBS Global Wealth Management (GWM) survey.
A strongly performing JOHCM Asia ex-Japan fund has pared back its bets on China and built a hefty exposure to India equities.
Government officials in Shanghai are ramping up the city’s ambitions to challenge Hong Kong as a funds hub.
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