China Alert – Manulife takeover advances

  • FMCs, Foreign shareholders, Franklin Templeton Sealand, HSBC, JP Morgan, JVs, Manulife Teda, Morgan Stanley
Manulife takeover advances Manulife looks to be the confirmed buyer in its JV auction. The head start will require an intensive personnel rework. Pressure for deal progress may reach other local teams. 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 – Regulating interest alignment

  • Franklin Templeton Sealand, Fullgoal, PMs, regulations, Zhong Ou
Working through the pension agenda Rules on fund industry compensation are out. There is some recognition of ongoing practice. Notably, use of deferred benefits as (semi-) permanent capital. Please note that full versions of our China Alert are for clients only, if you would like more information about a subscription please contact us: Tel: (+86 […]
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China Alert – Mega-fund hero redemption arcs

  • Active equity, AUM, Franklin Templeton Sealand, Fundraising, JP Morgan, Redemption
Mega-fund hero redemption arcs 3Q20 brought the inevitable redemption from this year’s active equity launches. The cycle shows no signs of stopping with big-name launches in the fourth quarter. Fortunately, global managers in search of a different way have a few role models onshore. Please note that full versions of our China Alerts are for […]
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