Photos: Thailand Institutional Investment Forum 2019
AsianInvestor's annual event in Bangkok on October 10 hosted a high calibre of speakers and delegates to discuss the hot topics such as global diversification, ESG and technology.
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Institutional Investment Forum Thailand 2019
Asset owners and domestic asset managers met in Bangkok on October 10 to discuss the future of overseas investment among Thai institutions.
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Muang Thai Life’s approach to outsourcing assets
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Market Views: Who will be the winners from the US-China trade war?
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Why Taiwan’s asset owners are eager for more ETFs
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AustralianSuper CIO warns of low returns; China brings forward lifting of foreign ownership limits; GPIF reports profit; Korea Post, APG invest in property debt; EPF eyes UK property; GIC, Mid East SWFs focus on Asia; global SWFs up bond exposure; and more.
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GPF outlines how it integrates ESG principles
The Thai pension fund hopes to inspire other institutions to take responsible investment ideas seriously.
Thailand’s GPF the latest fund to sign up to UN PRI
The Thai pension fund's move is part of a growing trend for Asian institutions to adopt ESG practices across their investment portfolios.
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.
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.
AIA Thailand adds voice to RBC2 concerns
The CIO of the Thai insurer joins the chorus of concern about how the second phase of the risk-based capital regime might affect investments.
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.
Thai investors highlight PE investing risks
Asset owners are putting more money into private equity, but the asset class offers unique challenges to be aware of, warned two experienced investors.
