Asia
Industry to bounce back as HK settles to ILAS changes, says FPI
Demand for investment-linked assurance schemes in Hong Kong dived following January’s ban on indemnity commission, but FPI’s James Tan is confident the industry will move in a positive direction once all players are settled into the changes.
Stock pickers find China bargains in the mess
The ongoing volatility in Chinese shares, triggered by concern over the country’s growth prospects, has reduced valuations to a point that is creating opportunities for stock pickers, according to some fund managers.
Which China funds have been hit the hardest?
Over the last month, almost all China-dedicated equity funds have moved into the red, and there were plenty of brand names among the worst performers.
RBC GAM hires Asia boss
RBC Global Asset Management, the asset management arm of Royal Bank of Canada, has taken on Ken Tam as head of Asia.
Hong Kong ruling risks ‘inconsistencies’ in advice requirements
Hong Kong advisers offering insurance products could face inconsistencies in their overall requirements when a new measure comes into force next year, Old Mutual International’s Mark Christal has warned.