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Asset managers ignore digital distribution at their peril
When it comes to a move toward electronic fund distribution, for the asset management sector, change is mandatory, says EY.
Middle East | news 23 Dec 15
Qatar streamlines financial rules, targets Islamic banking
The Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) Regulatory Authority has introduced a new set of Islamic banking regulations and a revised set of its Conduct of Business rules to boost the Gulf nation’s appeal to financial businesses and investors.
UBS grows Asia DPM business by 50% in 2015
After doubling year-on-year in 2014, the bank’s discretionary business in Asia grew 50% this year, said Patrick Grossholz, Asia-Pacific head of investment management for the Swiss-based bank.
Japanese equities: Headwinds in 2016
Even though doubts over Abenomics are increasing, equities may be in good shape next year.
Investors keep pouring money into GARS – is that a good idea?
The SLI GARS fund was the best-selling mutual fund in Europe in November, taking in €1bn in net new money. However, there are multi-strategy funds that perform much better.