Asian investors clearly prefer domestic equities, where they expect up to a 26% yield, according to a survey report by Eastspring Investments.
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Markets could see $300bn from China’s pension funds
China’s pension funds can start investing in local markets in 2016, according to government officials.
HSBC GAM names Singapore CEO
HSBC Global Asset Management has appointed Puneet Chaddha, the former CEO of its India office, as the chief executive of its Singapore operation.
New Capital brings four funds to Hong Kong
New Capital, a brand of EFG Asset Management, has launched four Irish-domiciled UCITS funds in Hong Kong.
Axa IM expands with veteran hire
Axa Investment Managers has appointed Simon Weston as senior equity fund manager.
Ex-JB exec to expand Carret in Asia
The New-York-based asset manager has hired Kenneth Ho to drive the firm’s regional multi-asset business.
BlackRock launches Japan equity fund
BlackRock has entered into a product partnership with Mizuho to launch the BlackRock Japan Multi-Income Equity Fund.
Rothschild WM appoints North Asia head
Audrey Zau will lead the North Asia business as the firm aims to grow its family office clients.
The FSA Spy market buzz – 23 Oct 15
Scepticism about Credit Suisse; cancer therapy ETFs; getting rich Swiftly; Chinese women rule; change at the CSRC; advertising from BEA and AB and much more.
Nomura appoints Asia WM CIO
Nomura has appointed ex-Coutts MD Johnny Heng as its chief investment officer of wealth management for Asia ex-Japan.