China Dashboard – September 2019

  • AMAC, mutual fund, PFM
This Dashboard will examine key developments onshore from the month of August, including: AMAC statement encourages PFMs to convert to mutual fund companies Foreign banks granted more underwriting scope Regulator recalibrates loan prime rate More WFOEs acquire sub-advisory qualification Court reinforces distributor responsibilities Aside from these key takeaways, we will also provide a quick analytical […]
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(China Alert) Make a name for yourself (!)

  • AMAC, Copycat, Name
-Chinese firms are imitating global firms’ names and brands -Copycat scandals and bankruptcies onshore could harm brand image -Managers should take action to defend their names Update: Z-Ben Advisors has long advocated the importance of company branding and active marketing when entering and engaging with the Chinese market. This Alert further highlights one particular, and […]
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(China Alert) Regulatory reform to impact WFOEs

  • AMAC, WFOE
·New AMAC regulations place restrictions on business scope ·The majority of foreign firms now cannot manage retail capital ·Reforms are building a framework for a more mature fund industry Update: The positional value of the investment management (IM) WFOE has been reinforced by recent regulatory adjustments by the Asset Management Association of China (AMAC). New […]
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