A rush of applications are expected after the Central Bank of Ireland’s clarification of rules governing how Irish-domiciled funds can utilise the Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect, according to industry group Irish Funds.
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BlackRock prefers India, China bonds
Asian bond markets are less vulnerable to the US interest rate rise and India and China are the two preferred countries for bond investments, said Joel Kim, head of Asia-Pacific fixed income at BlackRock.
Deutsche AWM launches China sovereign bond ETF
Deutsche Asset & Wealth Management has launched the first exchange-traded fund (ETF) on the European market to provide investors with exposure to China’s domestic sovereign bond market.
Hong Kong investors confident on China
Hong Kong retail investors continue to show confidence in local and mainland markets despite the recent correction and volatility, according to a J.P. Morgan Asset Management survey.
MRF draws in Hong Kong asset managers
Hong Kong has received 14 applications for products wishing to take part in China’s mutual recognition of funds (MRF) since the scheme launched on July 1.
HEAD-TO-HEAD: HSBC Vs PineBridge small-cap funds
Given the rise in market volatility, Fund Selector Asia compares two top-performing small-cap products: the HSBC Asia ex-Japan Equity Smaller Companies Fund and the PineBridge Asia ex-Japan Small Cap Equity Fund.
Chinese wealth manager to list on the NYSE
China’s rapid growth in private wealth is a factor in Shanghai-based Jupai Holdings decision to launch an IPO.
China’s market plunge puts economy at risk
The continuing fall in China’s stock market puts the country’s entire financial system and structural reform agenda at risk, according to Axa Investment Managers and Schroders.
Will the MRF smooth the path for ETFs?
The mutual recognition of funds (MRF) initiative will eventually result in a wave of ETF houses bringing products to Hong Kong, said Toby Bland, chief executive of Enhanced Investment Products in Hong Kong.
Amundi floats thematic ‘global ageing’ fund
The firm has launched a Hong Kong-domiciled fund aimed at sectors linked to the theme of global ageing.
