William Blair launches small-mid cap fund in Taiwan
The William Blair Small-Mid Cap Growth SICAV fund invests in high-quality, US small and mid-cap growth companies.
LGT buys CBA’s personal advice business
The transaction is expected to close by mid-2025.
Japan election uncertainty prompts carry trade concerns
Prime minister Shigeru Ishiba’s coalition lost its majority in snap election.
Asia ex Japan equities: abrdn versus Schroder
As part of FSA’s head-to-head series, we compare the abrdn Asia Pacific Sustainable Equity fund and the Schroder ISF Asian Opportunities fund.
Natixis: Asian financial advisers fret over wealth transfers
Although worried they will not retain assets from client’s spouses or children, financial advisers remain optimistic about client growth.
Citi enjoys more flows into Apac
Fixed income, currencies and commodities activity in Asia is notable growth area.
BNP Paribas promotes Bruno Boussard to Taiwan CEO
He replaces Manon Breuvart, who is returning to the Paris office.
PineBridge launches equity fund in Australia
PineBridge has made its flagship Global Focus Equity fund available to wholesale investors in Australia.
HSBC upscales Asia investment and wealth solutions division
HSBC’s Investment & Wealth Solutions has enjoyed an influx of new money as it expands its capabilities.
Robeco’s Wim-Hein Pals: Valuations in India are “outrageous”
The lead manager of Robeco’s $1.1bn Emering Markets Equity strategy shares his views on India, China and broader emerging markets with FSA.
Blue Owl taps Pimco for Australia wealth manager
The alternatives asset manager continues to strengthen its Australian bench.
AllianzGI’s new India head shakes up equity strategy
“We want to justify the fee we earn from clients,” Anand Gupta tells FSA in an interview.
Federated Hermes strengthens distribution team
Elizabeth White was one of two new hires Jim Roland, Federated Hermes’ Asia Pacific distribution head, said he was prioritising earlier this year.