China proposes bond connect plan
A Chinese clearing house is considering the launch of a “Bond Connect” scheme which would mirror the Stock Connect initiative, creating an investment link between the mainland and Hong Kong debt markets.
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Hot China equities prompts sector caution
The recent rally in Hong Kong shares has prompted asset managers like BlackRock to become selective on Chinese equity sectors.
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Valuation gap drives China demand for HK stocks
The huge surge in money flowing into Hong Kong stocks, which pushed the Hang Seng Index up to a seven-year high earlier this month, has been linked to a recent change in the Stock Connect initiative. But fund managers said the change was only a catalyst for the influx in funds.
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China funds can invest without QDII
China’s mutual funds are now permitted to invest in Hong Kong shares using the Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect programme, according to the China Securities Regulatory Commission.
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Catching the Chinese middleclass tailwind
A rising tide of Chinese middle-class consumer spending encourages investment despite recent negative economic figures, says Fidelity Worldwide Investments Dale Nicholls.
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East Capital is first to invest 100 in A-shares
East Capital said its UCITS-compliant China fund has become the first to be allowed to invest up to 100% of its portfolio in Chinese A-shares through the Stock Connect program.
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Short selling allowed under Stock Connect
The Hong Kong Exchange has approved the short selling of Shanghai-listed shares under the Hong Kong Shanghai Stock Connect scheme.
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HK fund body positive on Stock Connect
A majority of fund houses in Hong Kong intend to use the Stock Connect in 2015 to access the China A share market according to a survey by the Hong Kong Investment Funds Association.
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Stock connect to launch in one week
Authorities in Hong Kong and China have approved the launch of the Hong Kong-Shanghai stock connect pilot scheme, setting the start date for November 17.
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First State absolute return strategy
First State Investments is planning to launch an absolute return strategy in Asia during the first half of next year.
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Multi-asset funds becoming attractive investment avenues
Multi-asset funds are becoming attractive because they can address the market volatility that is likely to increase as the US Federal Reserve raises interest rates, sources said.
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Your cut out and keep guide to the changing
From the UAE to Singapore, the asset management industry is witnessing huge regulatory change. Here KPMG provides a concise breakdown of what you need to know.