The Fixed Income class was the highlight in September, with USD 4 billion raised in September, pulling the category out of negative territory for the year to date.
Deal with Aiva boosts Allianz’s distribution into Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay
"Now more than ever, we are concentrated on broadening our distribution partners and prioritizing proximity," said Allianz GI's Alberto D’Avenia.
CCR Monthly Approval Report – August 2020
A total of 25 products were added in the month from seven different asset managers: iShares, M&G, BlueBay, Invesco, Ashmore, Goldman Sachs and
DIF Capital Partners.
CCR Monthly Approval Report – September 2020
iShares, Van Eck, WisdomTree, Invesco, State Street, Gold Bullion, Janus Henderson, Jupiter, LaSalle, Morgan Stanley, Starwood, and Strategic Value were the fund sponsors gaining approval for new products in September.
Amid difficulties, Brazilian fund industry raises USD 27 billion through August
Balanced/Mixed and Equity classes raised more in the first eight months of the year (BRL 48.8 billion) than the amount in the same period of 2019 (BRL 41.4 billion).
Picton takes over institutional distribution duties for Federated Hermes
Picton will focus on positioning Federated Hermes’ investment capabilities and services in the Latin American pension sector and with other institutions.
Jupiter expands Latin America and US offshore distribution team
Jupiter's William Lopez has put together a distribution team that relies on three external firms in addition to in-house professionals.
SURA launches Lux Sicav to capture global clientele
"The vehicle launch places SURA on the same footing as the more important global asset management firms, while reinforcing our value proposition," stated Ignacio Calle, CEO of SURA Asset Management.
CCR Monthly Approval Report – July 2020
A total of 16 products were added in the month from eight different asset managers: Fideliy, Invesco, Janus Henderson, T. Rowe Price , ComStage, Apollo, Portfolio Advisors and Tishman Speyer.
Natixis survey finds surprising optimism among financial advisors
Despite optimism for their book of business, most (84%) advisors admit business development is a challenge. In a typical week, they dedicate just 9% of their time to prospecting new clients.








