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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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.
Market Views: Will Asia’s bond appeal revive in 2019?
Asian bond markets were lacklustre performers throughout 2018. We asked four market experts whether they will offer a bit more zest for investors over the coming year.
Xi-Trump bromance hopes spring eternal for China bulls
Some China bullishness is beginning to re-emerge from the shadows as hopes for a trade breakthrough build. But buyers beware.
Foreign interest in local China bonds seen growing
Sino-US trade tensions and rising defaults won't scare off foreign investment in the onshore China bond market just yet − not with index inclusion looming and more tax incentives.
Market Views: Are China bond defaults a systemic risk?
Chinese corporate defaults have risen sharply this year. We asked three experts whether this poses a systemic risk to markets and how it is impacting investor sentiment.
