President Trump’s latest threat to increase tariffs on Chinese exports could trigger a phase of market volatility which should emphasise the importance of risk-adjusted returns.
Category: Asset Class in Focus
Fidelity remains bullish on China assets
Fidelity’s Asia multi-asset funds have raised their exposure to China A- and H-shares since the start of the year, doubling down on a “contrarian” switch to China high yield bonds.
Bullish Invesco positions bond fund for trade deal
A perfect storm of a US-China tariff deal, renminbi appreciation, investment inflows and domestic reforms will drive Chinese bond prices higher, according to co-manager of the Invesco Asian Bond Fund.
Allianz joins the Asian high yield chorus
Last year’s economic headwinds have turned into tailwinds since the start of the year and will support Asian credit, argues Allianz Global Investors’ David Tan.
Earnings surprises needed for Greater China gains
Stock markets in Greater China have already risen to fair valuations, so positive shocks are required to sustain further rises, according to Henry Chan, chief investment officer of BEA Union Investment.
Robeco’s consumer pivot to India
Ecommerce in China has disrupted traditional consumer distribution, but India is a different story.
How multi-asset can help navigate volatility
Against the backdrop of heightened market volatility, slowing economic growth and geopolitical tensions, a multi-asset approach to investing is a good way to capture late-cycle opportunities without taking on excessive risk.
Multi-asset with a value tilt
JO Hambro has joined the parade of multi-asset products in Asia with an income fund targeting a 5% distribution.
Finisterre EM bond fund’s tactical de-risking
Despite a 25% cash position and holdings in scandal-ridden 1MDB and Esal, the fund has so far fared better than the category average.
HK bond funds hold steady
Hong Kong dollar bond funds have remained firm amid the recent bout of volatility in the normally staid currency.
