Aviva Investors’ investment director Jerome Nunan ponders the value of ‘strength of conviction’ when markets do not behave as expected.
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Smart beta not really for the mainstream, says UBP
Smart-beta strategies are unlikely to overtake traditional fund products and become a mainstream investment tool, argues Nicolas Faller, co-CEO of asset management at Union Bancaire Privée.
Hedge funds face limitations of AI strategies
Artificial intelligence (AI) and big data can improve the investment process, but don’t rely on technology for alpha generation, according to a panel of hedge fund executives.
Jack Lin quits Amundi for MSCI
The South Asia chief executive officer of Amundi Asset Management has left the firm following its merger with Pioneer.
Hermes CEO: Integrate ESG into due diligence
Saker Nusseibeh, CEO of recently-acquired Hermes Investment Management, talks to FSA about life under a new owner, Asia plans, ESG and industry consolidation.
Can HSBC’s new funds reduce carbon emissions?
The managers of HSBC GAM’s two new low carbon funds are trying to cater to demand for lower carbon investments while at the same time influence companies to reduce their carbon footprints.
Influencing change: ESG investing & fixed income
As ESG factors are increasingly integrated into fixed income, PIMCO sees key opportunities.
Feeder fund assets in Philippines up 57%
Manila-based Security Bank has launched an Apac-focused fund managed by Mitsubishi UFJ AM, underscoring the growth of feeder fund arrangements.
MSCI set to add 200 China onshore stocks
MSCI has selected 234 stocks out of 3500 companies listed in Shanghai and Shenzhen to add to its widely-tracked global and regional indices.
JP Morgan AM eyes majority stake in China JV
JP Morgan Asset Management intends to increase its stake in the joint venture China International Fund Management (CIFM) to a majority interest.
