This week FSA presents a quick comparison of two China equity products: the First State China Growth Fund and the UBS (Lux) Equity China Opportunity Fund.
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HK equity funds maintain lustre – for now
Mutual funds invested in Hong Kong equities have outperformed the rest of Greater China in the long-term, but face rising headwinds.
Investors give thumbs up to Modi ahead of polls
Indian funds have produced solid returns during Modi’s prime ministerial tenure, but there are doubts that his mixed performance will retain the confidence of his electorate.
HEAD-TO-HEAD: First State versus Invesco
FSA compares two mixed asset products: the First State Bridge Fund and the Invesco Asia Balanced Fund.
A look at HK’s few infrastructure funds
Infrastructure funds are continuing to attract substantial inflows, but there are not many options available to retail investors.
Hong Kong funds lifted by China rally
The bounce back in China share prices since the start of the year has been a boon for Hong Kong-focused funds.
HEAD-TO-HEAD: First State versus Templeton
FSA compares the First State Asian Equity Plus Fund and the Templeton Asia Growth Fund.
First State reduces India equity exposure
Small and mid-caps were cut and the portfolio has a high level of cash, says manager of its Indian subcontinent fund.
China’s weak growth signals short-term pain
China’s annual GDP growth was the lowest in 28 years, and First State’s Martin Lau sees it as a risk to asset prices.
HEAD-TO-HEAD: Blackrock versus First State
FSA compares two Asian fixed income funds: the Blackrock GF Asian Tiger Bond Fund and the First State Asian Bond Fund.
