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BlackRock seeks new Taiwan head amid restructuring
The world's biggest fund house is making changes to its management and sales setup in Taiwan after a sharp fall in its assets under management there since end-2017.
Weekly roundup of people news, Aug 9
Aberdeen Standards adds Japan property head; Munich Re names new Greater China CEO; Investec shuts HK wealth business; HSBC non-committal on potential Asia layoffs; JLL replaces Singapore capital markets head; HSBC PB poaches from Credit Suisse, and more.
Weekly roundup of people news, Aug 16
Nine Masts founder exits; Ontario Teachers' CEO on Asia buildout plans; First State Super's hiring spree; Merian poaches T. Rowe Price saleswoman; Capital Group beefs digital team; HSBC Singapore bolsters private banking
How Singapore stole a march on HK in private equity
The aspirations of Hong Kong to become a viable private equity fund domicile face competition from Singapore, which is already more advanced in its plans.
HK insurers urged to review lower-rated bond exposure
Hong Kong's incoming solvency rules for insurers will have a big impact on their fixed income portfolios just as they will on their higher-risk asset holdings, warn industry experts.
HSBC Global AM loses lead Asia bond manager
The fund house is seeking a replacement for Gregory Suen. Research firm Morningstar suggests the firm's Asia bond strategy could benefit from being less conservative.
Philip Li leaves Value Partners as exodus continues
Another long-standing staffer has left the Hong Kong-based fund house after a series of senior departures and reshuffles, and is understood to be joining a rival.
Hong Kong family offices get pickier on tech
Experienced family office investors feel technology valuations are over-inflated in some areas, so are being increasingly selective about what they invest in, and where.
RMB plunge spotlights key risks for global investors
The Chinese currency's breaching of a key level against the dollar has sparked market turmoil and will be posing some tough questions for asset owners.
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Happy Mid-Autumn Festival
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Sep 23, 2010
Happy Mid-Autumn Festival
AsianInvestor takes a break from daily news today for the Mid-Autumn Festival in Hong Kong.
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