Despite stricter rules governing index funds, passive investment demand will continue to drive the ETF boom, according to Cerulli Associates.
Category: Markets
MRF funds saw two-way outflows
For the first time since March this year, investors in Hong Kong pulled money out of southbound funds.
Singapore’s iFast to provide DPM in China
The firm has received a PFM qualification in the mainland. Separately, Oaktree Capital in Beijing is expected to launch its first PFM product.
Schroders nears full ESG integration
Schroders is nearing complete integration of ESG across its entire portfolio of assets –but it’s not about to stop there, says global head of product, solutions and quant Carolina Minio-Paluello
Noah mulls China retail fund business
The Chinese wealth manager has also applied for a mutual fund advisory licence in the country.
China to combine QFII and RQFII schemes
Other more recent inbound initiatives, such as the stock and bond connect programmes, have made the QFII and RQFII less relevant.
Baillie Gifford sets up team in China
The firm has relocated three of its investment staff to Shanghai from Edinburgh.
China awards new QDII quotas
The fresh quotas are the first for 17-months as the renminbi enjoys a period of strength.
China Top Trumps – China equities
This week FSA presents a quick comparison of two China equity products: the ChinaAMC China Opportunities Fund and the Eastspring Investments – China Equity Fund.
Asian families focus on the “S” in ESG
Impact investments made by wealthy families in the region have often been focused on improving poverty, according to Singapore-based multi-family office Maitri AM.
