Fund managers that make use of proprietary ESG information are usually “leaders” in the ESG space, according to Morningstar.
Category: Industry trends
Pandemic attracts Asia’s wealthy to DPM
Banks want to grow their DPM businesses as they face pressure from low interest rates and increased competition from fintech and asset managers.
Apac investors trust their instincts
Investors in the region see opportunities in adversity, yet raise cash levels, according to a Pimco survey.
Half of new jobs in Singapore’s finance sector are in tech
This is followed by private banking and wealth management roles.
SFC raises stakes on climate change
The Hong Kong regulator wants to force fund managers to include climate-related risks in their processes, and increase disclosure.
UOB requires managers to be ESG-compliant
The bank has integrated ESG considerations into its full suite of investment solutions offered to its retail and affluent clients.
JPMAM warns of possible sector rotation
Investors are recommended to diversify technology stocks with value names when the pandemic situation improves.
Pinebridge preps bond fund launches in HK
The US-based asset manager has gained authorisation from the Securities and Futures Commission (SEC) to sell two fixed income products to Hong Kong retail investors.
PB clients crave for ESG information, says Citi
Regulators also play a key role in making information more accessible to investors, according to the SFC.
BNPP AM’s ESG thematic AUM nearly doubles
The firm’s water and energy transition strategies continue to be popular among investors globally.
