Qi Sun has joined the asset manager’s research and investment strategy team, which is headed by Eric Chaney, head of research at Axa IM and chief economist for Axa Group. The economist will report to Axa IM chief strategist Franz Wenzel, who is based in Paris.
He will have responsibility for emerging Asia region economic research and market analysis and will convey global analysis to the company’s Asian-based clients.
Sun joins from Hong Kong Monetary Authority, where he was an economist focused on the Chinese economy and financial reform.
Chaney said: “Sun’s appointment further demonstrates Axa IM’s ambition in Asia and expands on our knowledge in the region. Qi has deep knowledge of the region and is a valuable addition to our research capability.”
The asset manager’s research and investment strategy team comprises 12 economists and strategists based in Paris, London and Hong Kong.
