Cárcamo's mission will be to expand on Excel Capital's efforts to reach institutional clients, both in the area of traditional mutual funds as well as in alternatives.
From Peru, Capital Strategies plans to introduce global brands to Latam region
With the recent incorporation of ex-Credicorp Peru executive Christian Laub as partner, the Spanish-based firm plans to expand its operations in Latin America.
Amid mass protests in Chile, fierce debate expected on additional 5% pension contribution
The anti-establishment fervor in Chile makes it nearly impossible to imagine increased withholdings heading to the AFP system.
Chilean labor-committee amendment would force AFPs to eat cross-border-fund fees
AFPs and cross-border managers are clinging to hopes that the amendment will be expunged or reversed before the final pension-reform bill goes to a vote in the Congress.
Real-estate manager Asset AGF targets USD 500 million AUM via residential rental fund
This pioneer in the residential rental market, led by Felipe Swett, now finds itself in competition with other firms, such as Ameris, BTG Pactual, Credicorp Capital and Compass Group.
Life insurers in legal battle to prevent client profits from being taxed
The Court of Appeals is analyzing the case. A decision against insurers could discourage people from using life insurance vehicles for savings, and push more clients to mutual funds.
Asset-management moves: AFP-industry veteran steps out of executive role
April proved to be a busy month for executive changes, as shareholder meetings convened in Chile. Changes at Moneda, Credicorp and Planvital garnered the most attention.
HMC to boost its profile in the real-estate sector
In alliance with leading real-estate companies, the firm plans the first-half launch of a novel mezzanine-type fund in Chile.
International real estate gets boost from Chilean AFP regulator
Pension superintendent Osvaldo Macías said changes are coming to put international REITs on an equal playing field with their Chile-oriented brethren.
Inteligo unit Certia makes strong play for affluent accounts in Peru
David Domingo, manager of Certia, says third-party products with an international focus are part of the solutions platform the firm makes available to mass-affluent Peruvians.









