China Alert – Case study – runway for growth

  • Distribution
Case study – runway for growth The profitability of one domestic manager makes a case for upward mobility in the industry. Human capital played a significant role in its early success. Heavy spending will be required for global firms to replicate such growth. Please note that full versions of our China Alerts are for clients […]
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China Alert – Ant-Vanguard, a review

  • Fees, Products, Roboadvisory
Ant-Vanguard, a review The service’s front end is basic in its initial functionality. It mirrors offerings already available to investors. There is little evidence of proprietary support from Ant Financial. Please note that full versions of our China Alerts are for clients only, if you would like more information about a subscription please contact us: […]
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China Alert – Now the hard work begins

  • JV, Market Opening
Now the hard work begins It is April 1st and the doors to China are open. Do the first through the door always get shot? We will see. Our advice: work at your own speed; ignore all headlines. Please note that full versions of our China Alerts are for clients only, if you would like […]
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Strategic Outlook: Role models

  • Market Opening, private funds, Profitability, Roboadvisory
Crafting a competitive China business As the onshore fund business approaches its largest market-opening date yet, global managers looking to chart their own courses have some difficult decisions to make. Fortunately, there’s no need to go in blindly; domestic counterparts and joint ventures have gone through these experiences before. In this Strategic Outlook, we profile […]
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China Alert – The nuance of China’s opening

  • Foreign Ownership, Market Opening
The nuance of China’s opening Applications will be made in the coming week. Incentives to apply will address critical, and current, obstacles. Application, approval, operational – know the difference. Please note that full versions of our China Alerts are for clients only, if you would like more information about a subscription please contact us: Tel: […]
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China Dashboard – March 2020

  • Bond Issuance, Fixed Income Futures, Market Opening, Portfolio Advisory
This Dashboard will examine key developments onshore from the month of February, including: Market opening commitments continue Greater institutional participation ahead for fixed income futures Regulators ease bond issuance Central bank cuts market rates to shore up liquidity More firms included in portfolio advisory Aside from these key takeaways, we will also provide a quick […]
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China Alert – Money to spend in 2021

  • Fundraising, Profitability
Money to spend in 2021  2020 profit margins look set to benefit from the recent round of fundraising. The effects will be felt across both active and passive managers. Adjusted profitability projections will alter potential M&A dynamics in the fund management industry. Please note that full versions of our China Alerts are for clients only, […]
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China Alert – A closer look at portfolio managers

  • Fundraising
A closer look at portfolio managers Participating PMs in the fundraising rally of January and February grew their individual AUM significantly. Prior investment experience in the group varies widely. Key-personnel dependencies may complicate how managers develop future product strategies. Please note that full versions of our China Alerts are for clients only, if you would […]
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China Alert – Onshore distribution: Seeing stars

  • Distribution, Regulatory
Onshore distribution: Seeing stars  Conventional onshore marketing principles are still visibly at work. Portfolio managers remain the focal point for recent sales efforts, but with subtle changes to how they are portrayed. Liberal usage of track records is likely to continue in the absence of stricter industry rules. Please note that full versions of our […]
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China Alert – The production-line approach to fundraising

  • Fundraising, Regulatory
The production-line approach to fundraising An industry-wide pivot towards active equity fundraising is taking shape. A closer look reveals this isn’t due to product innovation – yet. Instead, many managers race to launch vanilla equity products. Please note that full versions of our China Alerts are for clients only, if you would like more information […]
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