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Funds selection chief exits Standard Chartered
The bank's Singapore-based head of funds research is set to leave, and recruiters suspect we are poised for a round of cuts in a tough market for product-focused staff at firms in Asia.
By Joe Marsh
2 February 2012
Samsung cuts in Hong Kong, focuses on Korean HNWs
Samsung Securities’ new CEO, Kim Suk, the previous head of its asset management business, says the firm is seeking to add global investment products to its roster.
By Jame DiBiasio
31 January 2012
Distributors criticise Asian managers for communication failure
They say fund sales will be boosted if they are equipped with better product knowledge and more timely information.
By Leigh Powell
30 January 2012
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Doors open to Asia consultation: European Commission
Tilman Lueder, head of asset management at the commission’s directorate for financial services, sees a need to consult Asian regulators over Ucits rules as these tighten ...
By Jame DiBiasio | 18 January 2012
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UOB AM broadens distribution as China JV wins institutional licence
Singapore’s UOB Asset Management plans to attract more international clients into Sicav products and segregated accounts, reflecting a rising trend among Asian fund houses.
By Joe Marsh | 11 January 2012
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Indian managers reflect on year of positive change by Sebi
India's securities regulator has increased industry consultation and responded to concerns by introducing a number of key amendments and proposals, raising fund managers’ ...
By Leigh Powell | 9 January 2012
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Will regulators impinge progress of private banking?
Last year’s rule changes will continue to have global implications, but regulators need to beware the impact of their work is not fewer clients served by fewer bankers ...
By Scorpio Partnership | 5 January 2012
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Nikko-Ambit JV targets $1 billion AUM in three years
Japan’s Nikko Asset Management continues its Asian expansion by finalising an Indian joint venture that was originally flagged in 2006.
By Joe Marsh | 21 December 2011
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Equity fund sales lag bond fund sales in Hong Kong
Greater China equity funds have suffered the biggest redemptions, according to the Hong Kong Investment Funds Association.
By Leanne Wang | 13 December 2011
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LGT chief talks manager selection and finding talent
Prince Max of Liechtenstein, the CEO of LGT Group, outlines his views on exchange-traded funds, big private banking brands and Asian regulation.
By Joe Marsh | 12 December 2011
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Towers Watson courts controversy in new MPF magazine
The latest edition of MPFexpress.com features a sponsored section inviting MPF scheme providers to pen articles on industry topics, raising potential issues over conflict of ...
By Leigh Powell | 15 November 2011
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Asia’s top private bank distributors
A new report by Haymarket Intelligence identifies the biggest private banks for selling investment products in Asia ex-Japan.
By The Editors | 14 November 2011
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Asia fund themes dominate growing LatAm demand
Investors in Latin America are buying Asia investment products, but it’s Western, not Asian, fund managers winning assets, says Strategic Insight.
By Jame DiBiasio | 10 November 2011
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Aviva Investors ahead of schedule on Asia build-out
The UK asset manager is attracting Asian institutional clients to new and established strategies, but aims to boost its regional retail AUM and is mulling new products.
By Joe Marsh | 10 November 2011
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China’s CSOP claims first with Ucits IV fund launch
China Southern’s Hong Kong subsidiary is selling a new fund series to European investors eager to gain RMB and China-themed exposure, in a step towards overseas expansion.
By Leanne Wang | 10 November 2011
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