UBS WM launches UHNW Academy in Asia Pacific
UBS Wealth Management is targeting its senior ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) advisers with the launch of the investment bank’s UHNW Academy in Asia Pacific, as part of the training programme’s global roll-out.
Is this final market wave about to hit the rocks?
Global equity markets are experiencing their worst start to the year since 2008. While some are fearing this is the start of a bear market, others believe markets are oversold and equities now look at their most compelling in years. There are valid arguments on both sides, but some seem more right than others.
HKEX to push ahead with cross-border bond trading scheme
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) has outlined plans to push ahead with the introduction of a ‘Bond Connect’ scheme to give foreign investors wider access to the Chinese debt market, similar to the way the Stock Connect program bolsters trading between Hong Kong and Shanghai.
DV Global tie-up targets expat market
International distribution company DV Global has partnered up with platform provider Novia Global and DFM TAM Asset Management as part of a formal launch of its panel of products and services aimed at expat-focused financial advisers.
Legal & General IM expands index funds range
Legal & General Investment Management (LGIM) has launched a global real estate index fund and announced the imminent launch of an emerging markets government bond index fund.