Massive pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong have reached the fourth day, but the financial industry in the special administrative region remains largely unaffected.
Tag: Hong Kong
Hong Kong fines asset manager
An investment portfolio manager in Hong Kong has been convicted of providing asset management services without first obtaining a licence from the Securities and Futures Commission (SFC).
HKG SFC reappoints CEO
The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission has re-appointed Ashley Alder as its chief executive officer for another three-year term, the regulator said.
Aviva Investors eyes Asia expansion
Aviva Investors plans to build its Asia capabilities and also intends to seek an RMB Qualified Foreign Institutional Investor license, said Kevin Talbot, chief executive officer, Asia Pacific.
Last Word Media celebrates eight years
Last Word Media celebrated eight years in Asia last week in spectacular style with two parties in Asia’s leading financial hubs.
Principal Global to build Asia compliance team
Principal Global Investors is expanding its compliance team to address increasing regulations, and the firm has appointed AXA Investment Manager’s Daniel Lam as compliance director.
Morningstar Rate hike
A hike in US interest rates has been long anticipated by the market and has already been priced in, argues Jin Tao, director, Morningstar Investment Management, Asia.
BNP Paribas Investment Partners wins RQFII license
BNP Paribas Investment Partners plans to launch a range of funds after receiving an RMB qualified foreign institutional investor (RQFII) license from the China Securities Regulatory Commission.
Global high yield bonds to remain attractive – Robeco
Global high yield bonds are likely to remain attractive due to a low interest environment that is expected to continue, according to David Hawa, client portfolio manager, fixed income, at Robeco.
HEAD-TO-HEAD: First State Regional India vs Aberdeen India Opportunities
Fund Selector Asia’s Head-to-Head feature puts two funds with similar investment objectives against each other to find out which one has the edge. This week two India funds are in the ring: First State Regional India Fund vs Aberdeen India Opportunities Fund.
