The themes of last year will dominate 2021, but a narrow consensus view means investors should be cautious, according to the UK-based asset manager.
Author Archives: Rupert Walker
SFC proposes factoring climate risks in investment
Hong Kong’s financial regulator has set out steps for fund managers to include measurable climate-related disclosures.
MAS sets sights on a green Singapore
Research, public-private schemes, incentives and regulations will transition the Lion City towards sustainability, according to MAS’s head of green finance.
Gam bets on emerging markets
Four cyclical and three secular drivers support emerging market (EM) equities, according to Gam Investments.
Citi PB repositions portfolios for post-pandemic recovery
The underperforming equities of 2020 could become the winners this year, according to Citi Private Bank’s Asia investment strategist.
ETFs halt purchases of blacklisted China stocks
Blackrock and State Street Global Advisors (SSGA) will make no new investments in three Chinese telecommunication companies included in the US sanctioned list.
iFast’s AUA continue to rise
The Singapore-based fintech wealth management platform had a record value of products in custody last year, led by unit trust sales.
Taiwan managers adjust fees to boost fund growth
Reduced management fees and increased trailer fees have prompted the regulator to review the rules on managers’ business operations.
HEAD-TO-HEAD: Blackrock versus Capital Group
FSA compares two global equity products: the Blackrock GF Global Dynamic Equity Fund and the Capital Group New Perspective Fund.
Pictet AM joins Asian income rush
Pictet Asset Management this week announced the launch of the Pictet Asian Bond Income, in a move to expand its Hong Kong-domiciled fund product range.
