The Hong Kong regulator will begin by carrying out a survey to find out how asset managers integrate ESG factors into their investment process, according to Ashley Alder, the SFC’s CEO.
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Chinese investors pour $10bn into new funds
In Hong Kong, the new products that gained the most assets in January are managed by BEA Union IM.
China Top Trumps – Greater China equities
This week FSA presents a quick comparison of two Greater China equity products: the Invesco Greater China Equity Fund and the Schroder ISF Greater China Fund.
UBS makes new senior promotions in Asia
Marina Lui and Raymond Ang are among the beneficiaries of organisational changes at the Switzerland-based wealth manager.
Templeton taps Natixis for China WFOE chief
Franklin Templeton is expanding in China and expects to launch an onshore fund.
Millennials retain faith in human wealth advisers
The personal touch is preferred over AI technology, according to a survey of UK millennial investors.
How ESG factors can get messy
Claiming to incorporate ESG factors in investment processes is fashionable, but is hard to implement and even more difficult to evaluate the impact, according to a risk management software provider.
Sharpe fund houses in the spotlight
Two asset management firms run the most funds with the highest risk-adjusted returns over three years.
FSA’s parent Last Word has been bought
UK-based media company Bonhill acquires Last Word; combined operations will be in the US, Europe, the UK, Middle East, South Africa and Asia.
Ireland approves China Bond Connect
The Central Bank of Ireland has allowed Irish-domiciled Ucits and AIFs to invest in the Chinese interbank bond market via Bond Connect.
