Strong net fund inflows in China belied the trend elsewhere in Apac during the first three months of 2020, says a Broadridge report.
Category: Asset Class in Focus
Blackrock overweights China bonds
Strong monetary and fiscal stimulus measures have provided ample liquidity and credit availability to support Asian borrowers, according to the firm’s head of Asian credit.
ESG fund assets less than 1% in China
Fewer than a dozen mutual fund managers have an explicit ESG product, according to Z-Ben Advisors.
US muni bond fund aimed at Singapore retail
The BNY Mellon product is being marketed as an alternative source of stable income for Singapore investors.
Dispelling high yield myths
Investors’ out-dated perceptions mean they are missing an opportunity to earn income from a diverse asset class, according to Federated Hermes.
Going off benchmark for Japan returns
Investing in the asset class is different from investing in the Japan economy, according to an FSSA IM portfolio manager whose Japan fund has soared above its benchmark and sector.
Axa remains confident about Asia secular trends
The Covid-19 pandemic will accelerate structural shifts already underway and confirm long-term investment themes, according to Axa Investment Managers.
A look at T Rowe’s tactical bond fund
The product’s defensive hedges were its largest alpha contributors during the first quarter.
Pictet promotes digital theme
Enforced online working, shopping and playing has given a boost to the evolution of the digital economy, according to Pictet Asset Management.
SSGA warns on recent stock recovery
The firm has a preference for US large-caps over small-caps and European equities.
