Asia
Best and worst equities funds in Asia in 2016
Brazil, Russia and commodities funds were among Asia’s best performers in 2016, while China funds were among the worst.
HK investors prefer commission-based model, survey finds
Investors in Hong Kong still prefer a commission-based charging structure when it comes to paying for wealth management services, while their mainland Chinese counterparts are increasingly opting for a fee-based model, according to the Hong Kong Investment Funds Association (HKIFA).
Pictet targets robotics in latest fund launch
Pictet has launched a robotics-themed fund, which is tied to cyclicality and capex spending and linked to a country’s economic health, according to Peter Lingen, the asset manager’s Geneva-based senior manager for thematic equities.
Impax AM sees Asia environmental opportunities
Impax Asset Management can see opportunities in Asia but the lack of clarity on environmental issues from the new US president means a growth outlook for environment-themed investing is difficult, said Ian Simm, Impax Asset Management’s London-based chief executive.
US signs cross-border cooperation agreement with Hong Kong
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has entered into a memorandum of understanding on cross-border cooperation with the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission (SFC).