AIA, FWD lead efforts to diversify risk with derivatives
Asian life insurers are more cautious than global peers about economic risks, according to a new survey. Some, including AIA and FWD, are seeking to diversify their risks in response.
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AIA’s Konyn says alts’ governance risks are underrated
AIA’s Group CIO Mark Konyn believes some investors haven't sufficiently considered the governance trade-offs of private assets, or their illiquidity in tougher times.
Foreign instos eye active investing for China equities
With China's equity markets now harder to ingore than ever before, foreign investors are having to grapple with how to access them.
Private assets’ appeal wanes for some investors
The lure of illiquid investments is fading for some institutions in Asia, especially those – such as insurance firms – that moved later into such assets, say industry observers.
AIA sets up central investment hub, builds team
The Asian insurer has transferred staff from Hong Kong to the new Singapore-based entity, which it established to improve the efficiency of investment operations across the group.
AIA's CIO laments lack of bond market development
In the second part of an exclusive interview, AIA's chief investment officer Mark Konyn discusses his disappointment over the lack of Asian bond market development, and the danger of inflation.
