How CPIC Life seeks to close duration gap
The group CIO of the third-largest insurer in China discusses how the lifer is going to lengthen asset duration and possibly increase overseas exposure.
Market Views: Where next for US interest rates?
China Pacific Insurance's CIO and other market specialists share their views on how US monetary policy could play out in coming months, and what that could mean for investments.
Asset owners need ‘multi-faceted’ approach to risk
With public markets set to face a challenging 2019, institutional investors will need to stay diversified to protect portfolios. A dynamic approach that blends different styles of investing can help.
Alternatives giant Ares raids UBS for Asia push
US firm Ares Management has poached UBS Asset Management’s Greater China institutional client head, sparking a reshuffle at the Swiss fund house.
Alternatives giant Ares raids UBS for Asia push
US firm Ares Management has poached UBS Asset Management’s Greater China institutional client head, sparking a reshuffle at the Swiss fund house.
India a priority for AIIB despite IL&FS fallout
South Asia looks set to hog the China-backed infrastructure development bank's investments for the next few years as the institution keeps its focus on long-term growth potential.
Year of the Pig outlook: Which assets will perform best?
AsianInvestor presents a set of financial and economic predictions for the Year of the Pig. Here we look at which mainstream and alternative assets offer the best risk-adjusted returns.
MPF urged to allow A-share, HK fund, Reit investments
Recommendations made by the Financial Services Development Council aim to attract more voluntary contributions into Hong Kong's mandatory retirement savings system.
Asia investors seen growing cautious about private equity
Although only 14% of investors surveyed by S&P Global said they expect private equity deal volumes to drop in 2019, a disproportionate share of these are from the Asia-Pacific region.
Year of the Pig outlook: Will the US-China trade war intensify?
AsianInvestor presents a set of financial and economic predictions for the Year of the Pig. Today, we explain why a sustained US-China trade armistice won't happen any time soon.
EPF plans to raise property and infra exposure
The Malaysian pension fund is keen to expand its overseas and private markets exposure, but is waiting for more favourable global market conditions.
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Asian Bond Watch: Anticipating a slower US Fed rate hike cycle
Misgivings over trade disputes, Brexit and US growth continue to be felt in Asian bond markets. But will emerging market assets rally if the US Fed takes a less hawkish stance this year?
Tapping China’s strategic investment potential
Good ideas appear obvious with hindsight but the Hang Seng Big Bay Area indexes are a great market indicator for investors who are interested in investing in a dynamic region in the making.
Asian Bond Watch: 2019 struggles with long-term positives and near-term headwinds
Tighter US monetary policy, trade conflicts and political upheaval made 2018 a testing year for Asia and emerging markets. November's recovery in Asian assets left investors wondering if this rally will continue.
Why US housing is on solid ground
Homeownership rates in the US have gradually been stabilising since 2008, in tandem with the recovery of the domestic housing market. Strong economic indicators suggest solid and sustainable growth for real estate investors, says Walton International Group.
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Next-gen sequencing: Why gene research delivers returns to investors
Rapid developments in genetic sequencing by the world’s top researchers has the potential to create healthier lives and revolutionise medical treatment. Investing in sustainable technology is central to Hermes Impact Opportunities Fund’s investment strategy.
Goodbye bank. Hello fintech returns
The number of “millionaires next door” is growing exponentially in Asia-Pacific and they are turning to technology as they seek better returns from their investable assets.
Why the continuum theory may prove a winner in the next credit cycle
In fixed income markets, where a hike of a few basis points in interest rates could negate a year’s worth of income, risk-free assets are no longer the norm. Putting theory into practice to uncover opportunities means paying attention to detail.
Why Asia’s investors are now eyeing up US securitisations
In the search for yield and improved portfolio performance, Asia’s fixed income investors are increasingly turning their attention to securitised investments. Aegon Asset Management’s Doug Weih explains why he believes this sector is under-appreciated.
In-depth
Eastspring’s C-suite shakeup fuels sell-off talk
Speculation is swirling about Prudential's plans for its Asian asset management arm after it parted ways with three top executives. AsianInvestor outlines various potential outcomes.
Singapore Life set to add managers, expand regionally
The city-state's newest life insurer is looking to appoint more third-party fund managers this year as it grows its assets and expands across borders, its CEO tells AsianInvestor.
How QFII and RQFII's merger can help foreign investors
Foreign investors warmly received news of the planned merger, and anticipate that Beijing will make more efforts to broaden market access and enhance inbound investments.
Volatility could burnish hedge funds' appeal, say advisers
Industry advisers believe select hedge fund strategies will enjoy some demand from asset owners seeking to navigate unpredictable markets this year.
Events
Jan 17, 2019
6th Insurance Investment Forum
Insurance companies across the region are grappling with how to future-proof their investment portfolios.
Jan 17, 2019
Insurance Investment Forum
Insurance companies across the region are grappling with how to future-proof their investment portfolios.
Galleries
Institutional Excellence Awards dinner 2018
The best of Asia's institutional investors gathered in Singapore on December 5 for our annual awards for asset owners.
10th Southeast Asia Institutional Investment Forum
Leading institutional investors from across the region gathered in Singapore on December 5 and 6 for the annual AsianInvestor conference.
5th China Global Investment Forum
Delegates gathered in Beijing for exclusive insights on the world's second-largest economy.
2nd Thailand Global Investment Forum
Investors gather in Bangkok to gain insight from the experts.
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Event Highlights
What Sunsuper, Prudential look for when picking partners
Speaking at an AsianInvestor event, top executives at the Australian superannuation fund and UK-based insurer explain their considerations when choosing external managers.
Why Hostplus is building its technology VC focus
For the Australian superannuation fund, venture capital investment is about more than just returns; it can also help in spotting risks and opportunities elsewhere in the portfolio.
China bond index impact seen dwarfing MSCI effect
For all the excitement caused by the MSCI index inclusion of China A-shares, it is the benchmark addition of Chinese bonds that could be a bigger game changer, said experts.
Webinar
Nov 8, 2018
Asia’s incoming liquidity rules: what you need to know
Liquidity is generally absent when you need it most. And with liquidity risk becoming a bigger issue in bond markets, in particular since the 2008 crisis, institutional investors in the Asia-Pacific region believe lower market liquidity is a secular shift necessitating a new investment approach.
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Eastspring’s C-suite shakeup fuels sell-off talk
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The new specialist will drive the development of multi-asset, structured and quantitative solutions for the French asset manager in the Asia-Pacific region.
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Zurich’s HK, Singapore units to enter private debt
The Swiss insurer's Hong Kong and Singapore businesses are looking to buy illiquid alternatives for the first time, despite the relatively meagre returns on offer.
Alternatives giant Ares raids UBS for Asia push
US firm Ares Management has poached UBS Asset Management’s Greater China institutional client head, sparking a reshuffle at the Swiss fund house.
EPF plans to raise property and infra exposure
The Malaysian pension fund is keen to expand its overseas and private markets exposure, but is waiting for more favourable global market conditions.
Singapore Life set to add managers, expand regionally
The city-state's newest life insurer is looking to appoint more third-party fund managers this year as it grows its assets and expands across borders, its CEO tells AsianInvestor.
MPF urged to allow A-share, HK fund, Reit investments
Recommendations made by the Financial Services Development Council aim to attract more voluntary contributions into Hong Kong's mandatory retirement savings system.
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CPIC Life to raise its exposure to private equity
The third-largest life insurer in China looks set to increase its private equity allocation, chiming with regulator efforts to get insurers to use their assets to support economic growth.
Zurich strives to cut HK portfolio duration gap
The Swiss insurer’s CIO for Hong Kong and Singapore wants to buy longer-dated bonds to better match the firm’s assets to its liabilities. But that's easier said than done.
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