The new ETFs invested in China government and policy bank bonds expand Blackrock’s iShares Hong Kong-listed range.

The new ETFs invested in China government and policy bank bonds expand Blackrock’s iShares Hong Kong-listed range.
Investors are increasingly addressing ESG issues through ETFs, according to the US asset manager.
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The funds focus on new technologies and the entertainment sector in China and Asia.
Thematic index-linked funds lead the surge in demand across the region, according to a report.
Six Chinese domestic mutual fund managers are allowed to launch new ETFs linked to the Hang Seng TECH Index.
Bank of Montreal (BMO) has discarded its Hong Kong-listed ETFs and has also agreed to sell its EMEA asset management business.
The firm also plans to roll out up to three more equity ETFs this year.
Hong Kong-domiciled ETFs tracking onshore and offshore Chine indices have suffered year-to-date outflows of $400m and $200m respectively, according to Morningstar.
The firm will be launching its first active ETF in Hong Kong.
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