Why FWD’s CIO champions the use of derivatives
Paul Carrett says he supports the use of derivatives to hedge risks and execute promptly and hopes the new RBC regime doesn’t limit the investment opportunities available to insurers.
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Market Views: Clearing the China bond hedging hurdle
Underdeveloped derivatives markets in China may be holding back investor access to onshore bonds. Three specialists tell AsianInvestor what needs to be done.
How AIA, Axa seek to manage risk
Derivatives can help insurers manage credit and currency risks but more awareness and expertise is needed, delegates heard at our Insurance Investment Forum in Singapore.
Why Asian asset owners are leery of volatility derivatives
Asset owners say there are several reasons behind their reluctance to invest into volatility index futures. They explained to AsianInvestor what they were.
Who is trading L&I ETFs in Hong Kong?
While leveraged and inverse ETFs build traction in Hong Kong, it is still not clear who is buying them. But industry observers have some ideas about how demand is developing.
Insurers consider using derivative tools to de-risk
Asset managers are offering newer structured products, which incorporate ideas from smart beta strategies, to raise yields.
