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Our Deputy CIO and Head of Fixed Income, Angus Hui was on DBS Bank’s “Asia Macro Mid-Year 2024 Outlook: Resiliency Amidst Volatility” panel session. He provided his perspectives on the outlook for the fixed income markets, and insights on how investors in Asia are positioning themselves for income and alpha opportunities ahead. #fixedincome #interestrates #income #opportunities #Asia Taimur Baig Archana Parekh Zhen Li

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The CLOB saga of 1988 taught Singaporeans the important distinction between speculating and investing. For the 172,000 CLOB investors, most were trading based on recommendations heard through coffeeshop talk, with no real understanding of fundamentals or strategies. When trading was abruptly shut down on CLOB, it resulted in a painful and drawn-out fight for Singaporeans to get their money back. But the episode also marked the rise of Securities Investors​ Association (Singapore), which made upholding and protecting the rights of small investors its business. How did a lawyer who had never stepped foot in the world of finance become the voice of minority investors? Find out in Boardroom Knockout 🥊 Get your copy here: https://lnkd.in/gxtgXFkR #brko #boardroom #knockout #investors #shareholder #minority #watchdog

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🌍📈 Understanding Global Financial Market Trends 🌍📈 In today's dynamic global financial landscape, market volatility is at an all-time high. Geopolitical tensions, economic shifts, technological advancements, and environmental concerns are reshaping investment climates worldwide. To navigate these uncertainties effectively, having a robust portfolio management strategy is paramount. Explore how Portfolio Management Services (PMS) can be your ally in addressing these complex market dynamics. PMS offers customized strategies, proactive oversight, risk diversification, and expert guidance to help you make informed investment decisions. 🔗 Dive deeper into this topic in our latest blog: https://bit.ly/3SsOpuf #Finance #Investing #GlobalMarkets #WealthBrain #MarketSentiments

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Passive investing keeps you moving forward!   In the sixth episode of ICICIETF and CNBCTV18 present Smartly Passive: Unlocking the World of ETFs, Sonal Bhutra is joined by Kavitha Menon, Founder of Probitus Wealth, and Tanvi Kanchan, Head - Strategy, Anand Rathi Shares and Stock Brokers, as they debunk misconceptions and explore how passive funds rebalance over time to keep your portfolio aligned with the market. Learn how 'passive' is more dynamic than it seems!   Catch Episode 6 on Saturday 26th October, at 6:30 PM only on CNBC-TV18   #ICICIETF #CNBCTV18 #womeninfinance #Passiveinvestments #ETF #PersonalFinance #Investmentopportunities #financialfreedom #goldinvestments

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Are active ETFs riskier? Think again. Let’s debunk some common myths about active ETFs. #ActiveETFs #jpmorganassetmanagement Learn more HK: http://spr.ly/6042oIKQp AU: http://spr.ly/6044oIKQn Investment involves risk. Investors should make their independent evaluation or seek independent advice prior to making any investment. This advertisement or publication has not been reviewed by the Securities and Futures Commission in Hong Kong. This material is issued by JPMorgan Funds (Asia) Limited and JPMorgan Asset Management (Australia) Limited (ABN 55 143 832 080) (AFSL No. 376919).All rights reserved.

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As China's economic slowdown continues, Singaporean banks are pivoting towards India’s rapidly growing ultra-rich population. In a recent interview with The Banker, Kevin Teng, CEO of WRISE Private Singapore, highlights that recent regulatory challenges in China have prompted banks to reallocate resources to capitalise on India's burgeoning wealth and economic momentum. Special thanks to Natasha Teja for spotlighting Kevin's perspectives! #WRISE #WealthManagement #TheBanker 

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How can investors earn stable dividends* with the world’s first APAC Financials ETF? ONG Xun Xiang (王勋祥), CFA, CAIA, CA, ETF Business Lead and Andrea I., Asia Lead for Index Services at SGX Group shared how investors can receive minimum 5% p.a. quarterly payout** for the first 2 years with the Lion-OCBC Securities APAC Financials Dividend Plus ETF. In this article published by iFAST Corporation Ltd., Xun Xiang and Andrea dived deep into the index methodology and how the ETF helps investors Focus on Income and Growth. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gkjAKvvi *Distributions are not guaranteed. Distributions may be made up of income, capital gains and/or capital. **As set out in the prospectus, the minimum payout of 5% per annum is only for the first 2 years. Distributions are not guaranteed. Please refer to lionglobalinvestors.com for more information on the income disclosures. This advertisement or publication has not been reviewed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore. It is for information only, and is not a recommendation, offer or solicitation for the purchase or sale of any capital markets products or investments and does not have regard to your specific investment objectives, financial situation, tax position or needs. Please read the prospectus which is available on our website or from any of the appointed Participating Dealers (“PDs”) before deciding to invest in the ETF. Investments involve risks including the possible loss of the principal amount invested. Lion Global Investors® Limited (UEN/ Registration No. 198601745D) #LionGlobalInvestors #OCBC #OCBCSecurities #iOCBC #SGX #APACFinancialsDividendsPlusETF #ETF #Dividends #Retirement #Income #APACFinancials

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The financial sector has proven to be a powerhouse of profitability, with banks achieving decade-high profits in recent years, as highlighted in McKinsey's Global Banking Review 2023. As we navigate the latter stages of this inflationary period, investors are in search of opportunities for income and yield. 📈 Stay ahead of the curve by understanding the transformative trends shaping the future of finance in Asia-Pacific and discover how you can align your investment portfolio with the evolving economic climate for sustained income and growth. Join us at the upcoming seminar next Wednesday and find out how the world’s first APAC Financials ETF, the Lion-OCBC Securities APAC Financials Dividend Plus ETF provides investors the exposure to the APAC financial landscape and the opportunity to participate in the region's economic resurgence. Register for the seminar through the link provided in the comment box below 🔽 Lion Global Investors | OCBC Securities #SGXSecurities #ETF #Assets #Investment #Trading #APAC #Dividends #FinancialSector

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Independent asset managers (IAMs) are emerging as the biggest disruptors to the private banking industry, according to Bank of Singapore, Asia's Global Private Bank's Leong Guan Lim, who is aiming to significantly grow the lender’s financial intermediaries, family office, and wealth advisory (FFWA) business by 2026. Read the full article: https://hubs.la/Q02MjMGT0

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Hong Kong has established itself as a hub for active ETFs, with 24 listed on HKEX by end-2023, with a total market capitalisation of of approximately US$1 billion. Read here: https://lnkd.in/gDQ3S327 #fintech #etf #crypto #cryptocurrency #blockchain

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As per MPF Ratings’ MPF Asset Class Fund Flow Summary,  Q3 2024 saw MPF attract estimated net inflows of $11.51bn, 11.1% lower than MPF’s 5 year quarterly average of $12.95bn and 3.8% lower than its 5 year Q3 average of $11.96bn. Net inflow estimate year-to-date is $37.16bn, 5.8% lower than MPF’s 5 year historical year-to-date average of $39.45bn. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/gUyW4drA #mpfratings #MPFScorecard #MPFHealthCheck #MPFFastMover #MPFRConsistentPerformers #MarketInsights #MPFMarketShare #MPFFundFlows #MPFNetReturns #MPFIndustry #pensionschemes #assetmanagement #investmentmanagement #mpf #investment #empf

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The Japanese yen sank beyond the key 160 level against the US dollar on Thursday. Jenny Zeng, CIO Fixed Income APAC, commented that the yen's continued weakness could be due to FX market participants questioning how serious the Bank of Japan is on rate hikes, and that holding long yen positions is extremely costly due to the negative carry. She believes the US Treasury yield curve has to "normalise" so that when the negative carry on yen holdings reverses, the yen may rebound. Commenting on Indian bonds, which will soon be included in JP Morgan EM Bond index, Jenny pointed out that Allianz Global Investors has been constructive on Indian government bonds (IGBs) for a while, since around the end of last year, due of their attractive yields and volatility-adjusted returns as well as its relatively stable currency. She added that index inclusion should result in continuous inflows into the Indian local bond market, which should provide support for IGBs going forward. On credit strategy, Jenny summarized it as "enjoy the carry and avoid the landmines (not many in Asia) ". She is bullish on the carry trade in Asian markets, because of low volatility in Asian FX and low default risk in Asian corporate credit. She also sees some longer-term alpha opportunities in the mislocated Chinese high yield space. #AsianFixedIncome #Yen #BOJ #IndianBond #IGBs #ChinaHighYield

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MPF Ratings released April MPF performance survey by highlighting the ongoing rebound in Hong Kong and China equities while US equities produced MPF’s worst asset class loss in April just after members moved an unprecedented $9.2bn into the world’s largest share market. The MPF system generated a modest monthly loss of -0.24%. In absolute dollar terms, the investment loss is equivalent to -$2.85bn (or -$600 per MPF’s 4.75m members) however year-to-date investment gains continue to be positive at $25.7bn, or $5,400 per member. After factoring in contributions, total MPF assets end April at approximately $1.18tr (up $1.15bn from end of March and $43.5bn for year-to-date), equivalent to an average MPF account balance of $249,100 (up $240 from end of March and $9,200 for year-to-date). Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/gN-vnr3T #mpfratings #MPFRIntelligence #MPFRConsistentPerformers #MPFFastMover #MarketInsights #MPFMarketShare #MPFFundFlows #MPFNetReturns #MPFIndustry #pensionschemes #assetmanagement #investmentmanagement #mpf #investment #empf

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🌟 News for Independant Wealth Managers in Hong Kong and Singapore! We’re thrilled to announce our new collaboration with Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation Limited (OCBC). Through this partnership, you can now access OCBC’s structured products directly via our LYNQS platform. With OCBC — a trusted leading bank with high quality credit ratings (Aa1 by Moody’s, AA- by Fitch and S&P) and extensive experience across Asia — you’ll have access to a diverse range of equity derivative products tailored for professional investors in Hong Kong and Singapore. Curious about expanding your investment universe with our comprehensive digital investment platform? sg.leonteq.com hk.leonteq.com #Leonteq #OCBC #structuredproducts

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Singapore’s sovereign wealth fund GIC is bracing for a period of “profound uncertainty” as the fund looks to rely on more “granular” diversification and maintaining price discipline to traverse the environment. In its 2023/ 2024 annual report the fund’s chief executive Chow Kiat Lim warned there are “no maps” for investors to navigate the volatility ahead, and the fund is looking to play into its strength as a provider of long-term capital. https://lnkd.in/dFBcXfNu #gic

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[For SG only] Natalie Tan and Josh Duitz shared on why investors might use equity markets to provide income for portfolios. Watch the full video to find out more. Harvest recurring income with capital growth opportunities: https://lnkd.in/gT5XBwV8 Investment involves risk. This advertisement has not been reviewed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore. #abrdnInvestments #GDD

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“Retirement investment reimagined” – our latest retirement research reveals a heightened sense of urgency among non-retired Hongkongers to save for healthcare needs during their retirement, compared to the pre-Covid era, alongside considerations related to inflation and the economic environment in retirement financial planning. Watch the video featuring Lesley-Ann Morgan, Global Head of Pensions and Retirement, to learn more. In the second episode, Lesley-Ann discusses potential solutions to enhance financial preparedness for retirement. https://okt.to/90Kwr7 #Investment #Retirement #Pension

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