Developed government bond yields just aren’t there and the firm’s multi-asset product managers instead look for more niche fixed income.
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How DBS PB selects funds
The bank is also aiming to add more liquid alternative products to its platform.
Schroders multi-asset fund goes on defensive
The chance of a US recession is rising, so multi-asset funds should aim to minimise losses rather than maximise returns, according to Schroders head of fixed income and multi-asset, Australia.
DBS Private Bank weighs in on thematic funds
The bank is careful with themed funds, though it invests in two sustainable-themed products.
A look at NB’s mobility-themed fund
Self-driving cars are a fantastic investment story, but what are the risks? Yan Taw Boon, co-manager of Neuberger Berman’s mobility fund, explains.
Evaluating the ESG evaluators
A number of asset managers have been increasing their ESG capabilities, but are these hires senior enough to help drive investment decisions?
Are ‘fallen angels’ a concern?
BBB bonds have mushroomed and fixed income, particularly high yield, has become a hot asset class in Asia again, according to Rachel Harris, senior investment director for credit at Aviva Investors.
Watching risk in Vietnam
The main risk is not from the US-China trade tension, which Vietnam could actually benefit from, according to Quynh Le Yen, Ho Chi Minh-based portfolio manager at Dragon Capital.
Taiwan’s master agent dilemma
Should offshore fund managers set up their own master agent to distribute products, or use an existing one?
How fund managers get an edge in Taiwan
Some foreign managers have exited Taiwan’s growing fund market, but others have found ways to compete.
