Samsung Asset Management together with Capital Group launched six target date funds in Korea that promise dividend income and low volatility.
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BOS bullish on ASEAN growth
The Bank of Singapore said China’s slowdown has had surprisingly little impact on ASEAN economies.
Mainland IIs buy more onshore funds
In 2015, China’s institutional investors accounted for 56% of onshore China mutual fund assets, surpassing retail investors for the first time, according to Morningstar.
Mainland AMs grow Stock Connect offerings
Mainland investors crave offshore assets, and China-based mutual funds have increased equity buying through the Stock Connect to meet demand, mainland media reported.
SSGA builds ETF team in Asia
Two appointments are aimed at strengthening ETF research and product capabilities in Asia-Pacific.
“Follow the footprints of Chinese tourists” – Macquarie
Tourism is going to be one of the most compelling consumer stories to come out of China during the coming decade, according to Macquarie Investment Management.
The peculiarities of China bonds
Returns from mainland funds might look attractive to overseas investors, but be aware of the differences in product design and investment style, said Morningstar China director of manager research, Rachel Wang.
The FSA Spy market buzz – 15 April 16
LGT loses and Mornington gains; ghost of marketing past at Fidelity; Parvest gets Brazil right, GSAM is slow in Singapore, and much more.
Deutsche AM cuts EU equities to neutral
If the UK votes to leave the European Union, the strongest impact would be on equities, said Sean Taylor, CIO for Asia Pacific.
JPMorgan chops Asia wealth management workforce by 5%
JPMorgan Chase has cut around 30 jobs at its Asian wealth management businesses in Hong Kong and Singapore, as the US bank increases its focus on a smaller pool of wealthier clients.
