The new suite of indexes is meant to tap into technology-led trends in China.
Author Archives: Rupert Walker
Rise of third-party asset managers in Apac
Local managers and distributors in Asia Pacific are increasingly open to product partnerships with foreign managers, according to Broadridge Financial.
HSBC extends product range to rich clients
The bank’s “Jade” customers in Hong Kong can now buy assets previously only available to institutional and private banking investors.
China in vanguard of Apac climate funds
Among climate-aware funds in Asia Pacific, most are in China and in the clean energy/technology category, according to a Morningstar report.
Blackrock trusts China’s ESG commitment
The world’s biggest asset manager is confident that Chinese companies are improving ESG practices and disclosures.
Thailand’s fund industry grows
Foreign equity funds were the main beneficiaries of inflows in the 1st quarter 2021, according to Morningstar.
Bite attracts new investment
The wealthtech that formed an Asian partnership last year has closed its pre-series A+ funding.
US firms lead China asset management charge
Z-Ben’s 2021 rankings show most foreign managers in China enjoying score increases, pointing to strong competition across business lines.
Asian investors struggle to find ESG products
There is a disconnect between intentions and actions among the region’s investors, according to a HSBC Asset Management (AM) survey.
HEAD-TO-HEAD: BNP Paribas versus Pictet
FSA compares two environmental themed equity products: the BNP Paribas Global Environmental Classic Fund and the Pictet Global Environmental Opportunities Fund.
