Even as China’s economy is slowing, 49% of the investors said the country offers the best investment opportunities followed by ASEAN countries (26%) and India (17%). The optimism comes from better economic growth prospects relative to other global economies, rising population and consumption, along with reform initiatives in some countries like India, China and Indonesia. […]
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Franklin Templeton feeder fund launches in Malaysia
The Templeton Global Equity Fund will invest in the Luxembourg-registered FTIF Templeton Global Fund (the target fund), which in turn deploys its assets into global companies. “The launch of the [feeder fund] in Malaysia is timely, given the growing sophistication of local investors who better understand the benefit of diversifying investments geographically and have become more confident […]
Franklin Templeton global equity fund in Malaysia
To address the growing investor base in Malaysia, Franklin Templeton Asset Management has launched a domestic feeder fund, which provides access to its global equity product.
Franklin hires head of APAC consultant relations
Franklin Templeton has poached Stephanie Hukins from Hermes Investment Management to manage the firm’s relationships with investment consultants across Asia-Pacific.
FSA reveals Singapore fund award winners
The Singapore winners of Fund Selector Asia’s first annual fund management awards were announced on 4 February at our awards luncheon, highlighted by Aberdeen and First State each winning in three categories.
Franklin Templeton plucks Schroders exec
Franklin Templeton Investments has appointed Alan Young to head its institutional business in Greater China.
Franklin appoints head of investment solutions in Asia
Franklin Templeton has appointed Steven Moeller as head of investment solutions in Asia to expand its multi-asset propositions in the region.

Fullerton makes 3 hires equity investment team
Fullerton Fund Management has strengthened its equities investments team with three key hires and also has plans to launch new funds.
15 largest asset managers lead assets in 2014
More than half of the entire active mutual fund industrys net flows were attracted by the top 15 managers last year.