Strategic Outlook: Outbound – August 2022

  • Asset allocation, ETFs, FMCs, outbound
Outbound Clock in, flow out Take a pause from the usually torrential flow of information associated with building a China business – which regulator, what requirements, which paperwork etc. This month we highlight an oft-overlooked aspect of investment flows. The outbound business has always seemed attractive, if not always practical. Developments over the last few […]
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China Alert – Pension reserves Status quo

  • Asset allocation, AUM, Fees, NCSSF, pension, Profitability
Pension reserves Status quo Investment returns lifted NSSF assets over USD470bn (RMB3tr) in 2021. Yield compression onshore may prompt greater global exposure. While this may spell mandate opportunities, institutional relationships remain ingrained. Please note that full versions of our China Alert are for clients only, if you would like more information about a subscription please […]
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China Alert – The future of asset allocation

  • Asset allocation, Bond Connect, CIBM, CPPIB, Fixed Income
The future of asset allocation Major global institutions are rebalancing portfolios in favor of greater China fixed income exposure. Quirks persist, but elevated global demand suggests confidence in the market’s long-term trajectory. Limited visibility and new risk dynamics will require greater familiarity with the space. Please note that full versions of our China Alerts are […]
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