Exactly what former Pimco CIO, Bill Gross, does with his new unconstrained bond fund will be closely watched.
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Hong Kong fines asset manager
An investment portfolio manager in Hong Kong has been convicted of providing asset management services without first obtaining a licence from the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC).
Aviva Investors China real estate looks risky
Investment in China’s real estate market looks increasingly risky as developers struggle with a credit crunch and a slowdown in sales, according to Bart Coenraads, head real estate multi-manager for Asia at Aviva Investors.
Small caps
Often overlooked, small cap equities have historically outperformed large caps and offer alpha opportunities that mid-large caps do not, according to BNY Mellon’s Mark Speciale.
Aberdeen plans China A share fund launch
Aberdeen Asset Management Asia plans to launch a China A-share fund following the receipt of an RMB Qualified Foreign Institutional Investor licence from the China Securities Regulatory Commission.
HKG SFC reappoints CEO
The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission has re-appointed Ashley Alder as its chief executive officer for another three-year term, the regulator said.
Aviva Investors eyes Asia expansion
Aviva Investors plans to build its Asia capabilities and also intends to seek an RMB Qualified Foreign Institutional Investor license, said Kevin Talbot, chief executive officer, Asia Pacific.
ADB update on Asia
Asia is on track to remain the world’s fastest growing region, and the biggest risk is if structural reforms are not carried out as planned, said the ADB’s chief economist Shang-Jin Wei.
Last Word Media celebrates eight years
Last Word Media celebrated eight years in Asia last week in spectacular style with two parties in Asia’s leading financial hubs.
Amundi sets up a MF distribution co in Thailand
Amundi Group has expanded its operations in Asia, setting up a wholly-owned mutual fund brokerage company in Thailand.
