Instead of divesting from companies that do not operate sustainably, it is better to persuade companies to adopt sustainable practices, argues St James’ Place (SJP).
Category: Hong Kong
SFC gives green light to two Pictet ESG funds
The Pictet Global Thematic Opportunities Fund and the Pictet Human Fund are the latest additions to the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) green fund list.
Hong Kong investors expect unrealistic returns
Schroders’ latest global investor study shows that despite the turmoil caused by the pandemic, Hong Kong investors expect outsized stock market returns.
HKEX inks MOU with China exchange
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Guangzhou Futures Exchange (GFEX) to develop carbon neutrality products.
FamilyOfficeHK on a charm offensive
The government body is promoting Hong Kong as a regional family office hub, despite quarantine restrictions and tighter Beijing control.
Eastspring Asia sustainable bond product available in Hong Kong
The Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) approved the ESG-focused fund last month, two years after it was initially launched in Singapore.
Survey: Hong Kong investors are tech savvy
Investment apps are rapidly gaining in popularity in Hong Kong, a Calastone survey finds.
DL Family Office aims to safeguard wealth
The multi-family office is on a mission to educate clients on how to minimize risk, according to its CEO.
HKEX to launch China A-share futures
The Hong Kong stock exchange has signed a license agreement with MSCI to launch an index futures product linked to onshore Chinese shares.
SFC insists fund managers disclose climate-related risks
Hong Kong’s financial regulator has set out the requirements for funds to integrate climate risk management in their investment processes.
