Multi-asset funds are becoming attractive because they can address the market volatility that is likely to increase as the US Federal Reserve raises interest rates, sources said.
Category: Fund news
Pictet beefs up on energy stocks
The energy sector presents a buying opportunity as geopolitical risks remain high while energy stock valuations are relatively low, according to Pictet Asset Management.
Asian pension fund declines
Depreciation of the Japanese yen and a bias toward Asian equities were factors in the decline of Asian pension fund assets last year.
China International floats another RMB MMF
China International Fund Management has launched its second RMB Money Market Fund, raising RMB620m ($100m) from more than 200 institutional investors during the initial offer.
China indicators spark JPM A share fund
Its time to consider investing in Chinas A share market, according to JP Morgan Asset Management, which last week unveiled its actively-managed Renminbi Qualified Foreign Institutional Investor [RQFII] equity fund.
European fund selectors warm to Asia
Concern over risk in China is easing, prompting European and UK fund selectors to inch up their exposure to Asia.
HK fund managers favour Japan equities
Hong Kong fund managers currently favour Japanese and US equities, while they have become more cautious on European markets, according to a recent survey.
Threadneedle adds further fund to DBS Bank
Threadneedle Investments has signed a distribution agreement with Singapores DBS Bank, giving DBS customers access to a further fund through the banks platform.
Aberdeen launches fifth infrastructure fund
Aberdeen Asset Management has launched its fifth infrastructure fund, which is aimed at Asian institutional investors.
BNY Mellon launches Asia fund for Singapore team
BNY Mellon is rolling out an Asian fixed income strategy for its Standish team and is launching an Asian bond fund.
