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.
Event Highlights
Why instos like Axa stay away from fixed income ETFs
At the Inside ETFs Asia forum, index providers and portfolio managers said fixed income ETFs were becoming more popular but Axa highlighted the issues still holding them back.
GIC, Pru on how Asia's credit market should bulk up
Greater standardisation and credit differentiation are seen as key if Asia is to develop an effective corporate bond market.
GIC, DBS bemoan Asian bond market failings
Illiquid, crowded out by bank lending, and underdeveloped. That is how many institutional investors see Asian bond finance, which lags the region's economic coming of age.
Instos call for improvements to Asian bond markets
Asia's local currency bond markets need to raise credit rating expertise and professional experience to help expand their appeal with international investors, said experts.
Asian local bonds get bad rap from Western investors
Local currency bonds in the region suffer from an image problem in Europe and the US, and some real concerns need to be addressed, said panellists at a fixed income event.
ICBC-Axa goes off alt debt, eyes overseas allocation
ICBC-Axa's CIO talked about the insurer's asset allocation plans and which overseas markets to avoid at AsianInvestor’s 5th China Global Investment Forum.
Photos: 5th China Global Investment Forum
Senior institutional investors gathered in Beijing for a day of insightful discussions on the country's investing landscape.
5th China Global Investment Forum
Delegates gathered in Beijing for exclusive insights on the world's second-largest economy.
Thai watchdog flags lessons for new pension scheme
The long-standing mandatory defined contribution scheme can improve upon existing schemes by introducing new measures, a Securities and Exchange Commission executive said.
Outsource more, industry veteran tells Chinese insurers
Larry Wan, former CIO of AIA China, is positive about A-shares and wants Chinese insurers to use more external managers. Some are heeding his call.
China’s race to upgrade its retirement options
The country is attempting to rapidly reform its pension system after failing to do enough for years. It needs to move quickly, to avoid growing poverty.
Equities still attractive despite QT, say Thai investors
As long as investors are nimble and selective, equity markets still offer plenty of late-cycle investment opportunities, say Thai asset owners and wealth managers.
ICBC-Axa Life says PE funds could be a 'buy' next year
The Shanghai-based joint venture favours private equity funds in both onshore and overseas markets in its search for higher yields. But the investment comes with certain risks.
Photos: 2nd Thailand Global Investment Forum
Delegates gathered in Bangkok for a day of debate on hot-button investing issues.
2nd Thailand Global Investment Forum
Investors gather in Bangkok to gain insight from the experts.
Insurers divided over appeal of Thai Future Fund
Opinions are mixed about the infrastructure vehicle, which is expected to launch next month after delays. One insurance CIO cited potentially low and uncertain returns as an issue.
Asset owners divided on ESG approaches
EPF, Prudential Malaysia and Axa Affin Life are adopting ESG principles in different ways, ranging from exclusionary screening to sustainable investing, delegates heard at an AI forum.
Photos: Malaysia Global Investment Forum
Leading investors gathered for the latest insights at AsianInvestor's debut Malaysia-focused conference in Kuala Lumpur.
EPF aims to increase overseas alts allocation
The Malaysian pension fund expects to raise its overseas exposure partly through raising private market investments, its CEO told delegates at AsianInvestor's forum in Kuala Lumpur.
