Weekly roundup of people news, Feb 15
Statewide Super names new CEO; MSIM sets up Singapore-based team; Mercer appoints investing consulting head for Australia; QBE appoints Asia chief; Lombard Odier to open Abu Dhabi office, and more.
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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.
Why HK pensions’ alts deficit could come back to bite
Hong Kong's pension fund industry is booming but it also lags other markets when it comes to investing in alternatives. That could yet hurt performance, some experts say.
Year of the Pig: Can Brexit shock global markets?
AsianInvestor offers a set of predictions about the financial and economic markets for the coming year. Here we consider the potential impact of Britain's imminent exit from Europe.
Year of the Pig: Can Brexit shock global markets?
AsianInvestor offers a set of predictions about the financial and economic markets for the coming year. Here we consider the potential impact of Britain's imminent exit from Europe.
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.
Year of the Pig outlook: Will asset owners take ESG seriously?
AsianInvestor offers a set of predictions about the financial and economic markets for the Year of the Pig. In our latest, we assess the commitment of asset owners to ESG.
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.
Year of the Pig outlook: How realistic are insto return targets?
AsianInvestor presents a set of financial and economic predictions for the Year of the Pig. Today we assess whether asset owners in Asia have realistic investment targets.
Market Views: How to invest in China in 2019
Four industry experts share their takes on China’s economic slowdown and the risks and opportunities to look out for, against a backdrop of internal and external upheaval.
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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.
Sponsored Profiles
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 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.
Asia’s slowly tightening ESG embrace
Trailblazing asset owners are aiding cautious investors by adopting environmental, social and governance measures, as a special report researched by AsianInvestor reveals.
In-depth
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.
Future Fund “not appropriate” for managing super money
The Australian sovereign fund's chairman wants the fund to be turned into a manager of superannuation assets, but the idea has gained little credibility with super industry insiders.
Eastspring’s leadership team sees shock departures
The chief executive, chief financial officer and chief operating officer are moving on, and the fund house’s choice of new CEO is seen as surprising.
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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Weekly roundup of people news, Feb 15
Statewide Super names new CEO; MSIM sets up Singapore-based team; Mercer appoints investing consulting head for Australia; QBE appoints Asia chief; Lombard Odier to open Abu Dhabi office, and more.
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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.
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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.
Eastspring’s leadership team sees shock departures
The chief executive, chief financial officer and chief operating officer are moving on, and the fund house’s choice of new CEO is seen as surprising.
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