Investment
China’s MSCI inclusion: Big step, little change
Index provider MSCI formally included around 230 China A-shares into its three widely-tracked indices on Friday, but fund managers see a minimal impact on the A-share market.
Transact entry into FTSE 250 points the way for more platforms
The entry of Integrafin, the parent company of platform provider Transact, into the FTSE 250 index has been described as good news for rival platforms and wealth managers considering a listing.
‘Bond voyage’ to Italy says fund buyer
Italy’s political drama and subsequent bond sell-off has moved a leading fund selector to reduce their Italian investments to zero.
Amundi launches socially responsible ETF
Europe’s largest asset manager Amundi has launched a Ucits ETF designed to provide diversified US corporate bond exposure while applying environmental, social and governance (ESG) selection filters.
Alternatives | 30 May 18
UBS Wealth in big hedge fund push
UBS Wealth Management is recommending clients allocate up to 20% of their assets to hedge funds as a diversifier, especially in an environment where interest rates and volatility are increasing, according to the firm’s executives.