Asia
Is China’s ‘new economy’ a light in the dark?
Asset management firms that have bet on China’s consumer and services industry seem to be on the right track as the central government guides an economic transition.
Tan out, Barrows heads Hong Kong after FPI restructure
Charles Barrows has been named the new managing director of Friends Provident International Hong Kong with immediate effect, following a restructure which saw the departure of former Asia chief James Tan.
Lombard International targets Asia with new presence and CEO
Luxembourg and Philadelphia headquartered Lombard International is to open offices in Hong Kong and Singapore as a “significant” next step in its global expansion plans, under a new chief executive for the Asia region.
Fund Manager Profile: Chinese whispers
As Matthews Asia launches an Asia ex Japan Dividend Fund, chief investment officer and portfolio manager Robert Horrocks dispels headline fears over the future of economic growth in China.
Alternatives | 6 Jan 16
BNP Paribas teams up with Orion Partners in Asia
BNP Paribas Investment Partners, the asset management arm of BNP Paribas, and Asia-focused alternative investment firm Orion Partners have announced a strategic partnership.