Standard Chartered poaches from UBS; Sudden departure from Stewart Investors; Julius Baer hires; BIL snaps up CS banker; Legg Mason launches unconstrained Asia fund; AP2 puts China fund managers under scrutiny; “Pig” row economist returns; and more…
Tag: Legg Mason
Asia bonds in a ‘rare sweet spot’: Western Asset
Key risks for the asset class have subsided in synch, creating favourable conditions, according to the Legg Mason affiliate firm.
DBS launches hybrid robo-advisor
The bank takes aim at retail investors with robo technology and in Taiwan, Legg Mason partners to set up a robo-advisor.
Video: Legg Mason on Asia bonds
Despite risks, selected Asian local currency bonds present a value opportunity, according to Wontae Kim, research analyst at Legg Mason affiliate Western Asset Management.
Video: FSA Investment Forum Bangkok 2019
FSA presents video highlights of the Investment Forum Bangkok on 5 March at the Inter-Continental Hotel.
FSA Investment Forum Bangkok 2019
FSA presents photo highlights of the Investment Forum Bangkok on 5 March 2019 at the Inter-Continental Hotel.
Can bond fund bounce continue this year?
Bond investors have enjoyed a recovery since the start of the year, and for funds positioned at the riskier end of the credit spectrum it has turned into a bonanza.
In case you missed it (23 November 2018)
Temasek explores AI and blockchain; Hong Kong’s Convoy makes investment in UK fintech firm; MFEX to acquire RBC’s fund platform technology; Why MSCI downgraded Nissan months before chairman was sacked; Singapore launches investor education programme; and more…
Trim and insulate for rising HY risk
Changes to Brandywine Global’s bond portfolio involve a pullback from risk assets as interest rates and the US dollar rise, said Brian Kloss, portfolio manager and head of high yield.
HEAD-TO-HEAD: Bluebay vs Legg Mason
FSA compares the Bluebay Investment Grade Absolute Return Bond Fund and the Legg Mason Western Asset Macro Opportunities Bond Fund.
