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Investors maintain cautious approach for ASEAN
Against a backdrop of low commodity prices and souring consumer sentiment, regional fund selectors are choosing to adopt a more cautious approach toward ASEAN.
Technology | news 15 Dec 15
Robo-advice: Fact and fiction
I have lost count of the amount of articles about so-called robo-advice. It certainly is the “flavour of the month” and, if we believe all that we hear, will soon become the most important element in the delivery of financial services. I have some strong views on this…
Alternatives | news 15 Dec 15
Luxembourg drafts new law for Reserved AIFs
Luxembourg has published draft legislation on a new alternative fund structure; the Reserved Alternative Investment Fund (RAIF), which is expected to be adopted in the second quarter of 2016.
Emerging Markets | news 15 Dec 15
OMGI brings EM debt fund in house
Old Mutual Global Investors (OMGI) will bring its Emerging Market Debt Fund in house and has appointed head of emerging market debt, John Peta, to manage the fund.
Commodities | news 15 Dec 15
Oil price plunge looms large on investors’ minds
The plunge in oil has moved front and centre in investors’ market thinking despite the looming Fed rate decision, experts say. But not all the thinking is negative.