Asia
MAS fines Aviva for breaching Financial Advisers Act
Aviva has been fined by the Monetary Authority of Singapore for breaching the Financial Advisers Act.
Thailand opens to higher yielding products
Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission said that it intends to permit the launch of offshore hedge funds and junk bond funds later this year.
HSBC GAM moves to boost fund distribution in Asia
HSBC Global Asset Management has moved to boost its fund distribution and sales drive across Asia with the announcement of two new appointments.
Nomura Int’l fined after breaching Hong Kong regulations
Nomura International in Hong Kong has been fined after it failed to disclose that a trader had caused a $3.3m trading loss by making false entries in its risk management systems.
Intermediary profile with Professional Investment Advisory Services
Christopher Teo, chief executive of Aviva-owned PIAS in Singapore, explains his ambitious plans for growth, why he embraces new regulation and the importance of seizing the day.