In 2014, European bonds were the biggest underperformers in both corporate and government bond segments, according to data from FE.
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New capital in Asia going into bonds
Bonds topped the asset classes in 2014 with the highest net new inflows in Asia, pulling in slightly more than equities, and Japan was the biggest recipient by country, according to data from Strategic Insight.
China RRR cut to benefit realty companies
Chinas recent move to cut reserve ratio requirements for banks is seen as benefiting companies with high leverage and in particular real estate developers, according to JP Morgan Asset Management.
Chinese high yield bond valuation attractive
The volatility in Chinese high yield property bond has surged following the recent financial problems faced by troubled developer Kaisa Group, but the sell-off in bonds has made valuations attractive, according to Eastspring Investments.
Henderson replaces China fund manager
Henderson Global Investors has appointed Charlie Awdry as fund manager of the Henderson Horizon China Fund, replacing Caroline Maurer who is leaving to pursue other opportunities.
Asian real estate and US rate rise
With the US poised to raise interest rates this year, Asia’s housing markets could face challenging times with Hong Kong and Malaysia being the two most vulnerable markets, according to a report from Axa Investment Managers Asia.
Leung to take over senior Hong Kong regulator post
Hong Kongs Securities and Futures Commission has appointed Julia Leung as executive director of the investment products division, replacing Alexa Lam who plans to retire.
GAM targets Indian equities with outsourced fund
In a bid to take advantage of continued UK investor interest in India, GAM has launched a new equity fund
Be wary of multiasset funds Fundhouse
Most multi-asset funds need to offer an income yield around the 5% level to be competitive, says rating agency, Fundhouse, but this is increasingly tough to deliver.
RBC Wealth appoints Juan Aronna
RBC Wealth Management has appointed Juan Aronna as the head of discretionary investment management in Asia.
