Expect a spike in volatility when the Hong Kong-Shenzhen Stock Connect launches, said Li Chen, equity strategist at Credit Suisse.
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Samsung AM has high hopes for oil ETF
The firm believes both institutional and retail investors will show interest, but ETF takeup in Hong Kong has been slow.
SFC bans HSBC’s Chow for life
Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission has banned Andrew Chow Ho-cheung from re-entering the industry for life after he was convicted for fraud and theft.
SSGA builds ETF team in Asia
Two appointments are aimed at strengthening ETF research and product capabilities in Asia-Pacific.
The peculiarities of China bonds
Returns from mainland funds might look attractive to overseas investors, but be aware of the differences in product design and investment style, said Morningstar China director of manager research, Rachel Wang.
Amundi AM debuts ETF in Hong Kong
Amundi Asset Management’s first ETF launch in Asia tracks the biggest Hong Kong-listed companies and has a non-China focus.
OCBC to buy Asia WM business of Barclays
After much speculation, the acquisition has been announced and it will be done via OCBC’s wholly-owned private banking unit Bank of Singapore.
Franklin Templeton expects sukuk momentum
The strong development of Islamic finance is “a reflection of genuine retail demand,” said Mohieddine Kronfol, chief investment officer of global sukuk and MENA fixed income.
Standard Chartered advises caution on stocks
Stock markets might face an “A-shape” retreat in the second quarter of this year after a sharp rebound earlier, Standard Chartered said.
Hong Kong to see strong growth in leveraged and inverse ETFs – Cerulli
Leveraged and inverse Exchange-traded Funds, which are expected to be launched in Hong Kong later this year, are likely to boost trading in ETF products in the territory, according to research firm Cerulli Associates.
