08/28/2023
The Philippine Economic Zone Authority partnerships to woo German firms
In terms of investments, the survey revealed that 46 percent of the participating GPCCI members are likely to invest higher in the country within the next 12 months
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08/28/2023
Banking Leadership and Driving Growth
Although the bank stands out with its premier digital and mobile offerings, including three popular mobile apps, it recognises customers’ needs for human contact.
08/28/2023
Japan budget requests likely to top $753bln as rates rise - Nikkei
The annual budget requests, to be submitted to the finance ministry by the end of August
08/28/2023
Vistra completes merger with Tricor Group, a business expansion specialist in Asia
Vistra and Tricor are highly complementary businesses and have capabilities which together offer clients a range of significant value-creation opportunities.
08/24/2023
Lioner Expands Client Advisory Offering in Mainland China
Achieves remarkable 220% growth in 1H 2023, driven by successful 3-in-1 services strategy and strong international expertise
08/24/2023
Korean retail investors flock to ultra-short bonds on rising interest rates
Local retail investors are also increasing their share of ultra short-term bonds.
08/24/2023
Blackstone China unit gets nod to raise funds for overseas investments
Blackstone registered a fund management unit with the Asset Management Association of China under the qualified domestic limited partnership (QDLP) programme
08/22/2023
Credit Suisse Discontinues Japan Equity Trading Amid UBS Overhaul
Insiders reveal that several Tokyo-based employees are parting ways with the bank in line with this change.
08/22/2023
JPMAM launches two active ETFs
The second ETF, the JPMorgan Emerging Markets Research Enhanced Index Equity Active ETF (JREM), is set to launch shortly.
08/21/2023
The allure of Asian fixed income
Asian investment grade bonds continue to remain an appealing bet for its returns, its resilience, its size and its sheer promise, fixed income experts tell Citywire Asia.
08/21/2023
HSBC launches ETF platform to provide securities services to issuers
HSBC says it will deploy the order management system across its global ETF client base, including issuers domiciled in Ireland, Hong Kong, Singapore and Australia.
08/16/2023
FWD Group marks 10th anniversary with its ‘10 grants in 10 markets’ community initiative
The 10th anniversary community initiative provides grants in each of the 10 markets where FWD operates, supporting charitable programmes with a focus on financial inclusion.
08/15/2023
Landmark Family Office Establishes Global Headquarters in Hong Kong
The investment operations of LFO are under the proficient leadership of CIO Andrew Sharrock.
08/15/2023
Missed Trust Payments Trigger Alarms in China
Earlier this month, Xianheng International Science and Technology also said that Zhongrong did not make repayments on three products.
08/09/2023
Franklin Templeton Launches New Korea Office
NPS has been managing its assets through Franklin Templeton since 2001 with investments in across asset classes including equities, fixed income, private equity, real estate and infrastructure.
08/03/2023
China okays HSBC Insurance Brokerage as mutual fund distributor
A number of foreign financial institutions are looking to enter China’s mutual fund market.
08/02/2023
Franklin Templeton Brings New K2 Electron Global UCITS Fund to Singapore Investors
The Fund is registered as a Recognised Scheme for the retail public in Singapore.
08/02/2023
Calastone: Asia Shuns Equity for Fixed Income Funds
After recording a net outflow of $63 million in April, investors continued selling equity funds which resulted in further net outflows of $222 million in May and $174 million in June.
08/02/2023
BlackRock, MSCI Probed for China Investments
BlackRock denied any wrongdoing and said that it complies with all applicable US government laws and will engaging the committee directly on issues raised.
08/01/2023
OCBC’s Great Eastern Holdings Advances in Acquisition Talks for MetLife's Malaysian Venture
As part of the due diligence process, Great Eastern is said to be conducting a thorough examination of the company and seeking regulatory approval to finalize the deal.