Deutsche WM has increased the allocation to sovereign bonds in the firm’s model balanced portfolio, which forms the basis of portfolios it manages for clients in Asia-Pacific.
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Investec bets on China government bonds
Amid concerns over illiquid credit market in China, bonds issued by the government and the policy banks are an attractive option, argues Wilfred Wee, China fixed income portfolio manager at Investec Asset Management.
Maybank AM completes PNB acquisition
Malaysia’s Maybank Asset Management has completed its acquisition of Permodalan Nasional Berhad’s (PNB) Malaysia and Singapore fund businesses, according to a statement from the firm.
FSA Long-Term Investing Forum Singapore
FSA presents photo highlights of its Long-term Investing Forum Singapore 2018, which was held on 22 May at Swissotel The Stamford Hotel.
J Safra Sarasin in U-turn on Japan equities
Bank J Safra Sarasin has drastically changed its view of Japan equities from being optimistic on the asset class six months ago, according to Philipp Bärtschi, the private bank’s Zurich-based chief investment officer.
Jupiter pushes into HK retail market
Jupiter AM wants to extend regional distribution channels, starting with moves into the Hong Kong retail market and into Thailand, according to Nick Ring, London-based head of global distribution.
FE Advisory Asia Portfolio review – April 2018
After riding market volatility, FE Advisory Asia Portfolios posted gains in April, thanks to investments in energy and real estate.
BOCI-Prudential HK equity fund to sell under MRF
Another Hong Kong equity fund has been approved for distribution on the mainland under the Mutual Recognition of Funds (MRF) scheme, according to the China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC).
BoS and Japan’s SMBC Trust in HNW pact
Bank of Singapore and Japan-based SMBC Trust Bank have said they will partner to serve Japanese high net worth clients seeking offshore investments.
HEAD-TO-HEAD: Fidelity vs M&G
FSA compares the Fidelity Emerging Markets Fund and the M&G Global Emerging Markets Fund.
