China Alert – Inbound access revamped

  • inbound channels, regulatory updates
Inbound access revamped A new decade marks the end of the inbound ‘Q’ programs. As well as removal of quota, several regulatory upgrades will streamline back office for inbound investors. The onus now falls on service providers to support the market opening push. Please note that full versions of our China Alerts are for clients […]
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China Alert – Cash management 2.0

  • inflows, MMF
Cash management 2.0 One line between the domains of banks and fund managers begins to blur. Short-run MMF inflows shouldn’t be at risk. Still, some fund managers may need to revisit their long-term growth strategies.. Please note that full versions of our China Alerts are for clients only, if you would like more information about […]
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Strategic Outlook: Eight defining trends for 2020

  • eight-trends
China in 2020 Eight trends to watch A new decade is nearly upon us. Global managers will need to bring quicker reflexes than ever in 2020 as the dam on foreign ownership finally breaks and long-awaited policy initiatives translate into addressable demand. In this edition of our annual Eight Trends for the upcoming year, we […]
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China Dashboard – December 2019

  • insurance, trust sector
This Dashboard will examine key developments onshore from the month of November, including: Easing overseas access to the interbank FX market Insurance asset management investor scope widens Supreme Court clarifies product liability Identifying China’s domestic systemically important banks Shareholding rules updated for trust companies Aside from these key takeaways, we will also provide a quick […]
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China Alert – Rockin’ around the pension tree

  • CSRC, Mutual Fund Companies, pension
Rockin’ around the pension tree A recent speech shows the fund industry is still lobbying for third-pillar action. New pension mutual fund approvals are the latest sign that CSRC is firmly behind managers. However, managers could be doing more to build up their own pension capacity. Please note that full versions of our China Alerts […]
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China Mutual Fund Series: Quarterly Assessment – 3Q19

  • asset management industry, AUM, China fund industry, Fixed Income, WFOE
Industry AUM rebounded in the third quarter, and we expect assets to hit RMB14tr by the end of the year. Fixed income products continued to dominate fundraising, but they may not much longer. Fund managers are particularly increasing efforts to differentiate themselves in a passive equity space that is just beginning to find some retail […]
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China Alert – Hardening the bank wealth management mold

  • Fund Manager
Hardening the bank wealth management mold  Capital provision requirements for bank wealth management subsidiaries have been set. These new measures will shape product and growth strategies. Fund managers should recognize that any cooperation opportunities may be challenged in the longer term. Please note that full versions of our China Alerts are for clients only, if […]
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Strategic Outlook: Fee trends in China

  • onshore
Fee trends in China “Compete on capability rather than fees” has been a somewhat unofficial mantra followed by mutual fund managers in China. Both policy and investor dynamics interacted to leave the onshore market’s reputation as a high-fee bastion intact. Here, we question just how long that center can hold, looking at: • Fee drivers, […]
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China Alert – Added relevance for insurance asset management

  • Fund Manager
Added relevance for insurance asset management   Insurance asset managers are set to enjoy a broadened business scope. Capabilities will need to be expanded to fully compete with other platforms. New ownership rules should also add to the interest from global firms. Please note that full versions of our China Alerts are for clients only, […]
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China Dashboard – November 2019

  • equity, market reform, pilot scheme
This Dashboard will examine key developments onshore from the month of October, including: Portfolio advisory pilot Regulator reaffirms market reform Increased supervision on structured deposits Window guidance signals equity development Third quarter figures reveal strong demand for equity Aside from these key takeaways, we will also provide a quick analytical update on all sectors of […]
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