Index-linked equity funds are gaining popularity in Asia as enthusiasm for active funds wanes, according to a report by a global funds network.
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Vanguard scales back China ambitions
The US passive fund specialist will concentrate on developing its investment advisory business.
HSBC structures luxury-linked notes
The bank has rolled out a product with a luxury consumption theme to its wealthy Hong Kong and Malaysian clients.
HEAD-TO-HEAD: Capital Group versus T Rowe Price
FSA compares two emerging market equity products: the Capital Group New World Fund and the T Rowe Price Emerging Markets Equity Fund.
Asia’s traditional wealth managers lag digital adoption
Although they still form a small part of the market, challenger banks are using digital payments as a gateway to wealth management growth, according to a KPMG report.
Net outflows from Chinese equity ETFs continue
Hong Kong-domiciled ETFs tracking onshore and offshore Chine indices have suffered year-to-date outflows of $400m and $200m respectively, according to Morningstar.
Allianz X leads WeLab’s latest funding round
The digital investment unit of Allianz group intends to partner with the Hong Kong-based fintech firm to develop a wealth management platform.
ESG investment could boost Asia growth
Interest in ESG investing in the region may increasingly be driven by its contribution to sustain overall levels of economic growth, according to a report by Deutsche Bank (DB) Chief Investment Office.
Gam picks Asia bonds over the rest
Asia has the best emerging market opportunities as global economies enter the recovery phase, according to the Zurich-based asset manager.
M&G favours EM debt
Valuations of high yield emerging market sovereign and corporate bonds are still attractive despite significant spread tightening, according to the UK asset manager.
