Offices in Argentina and Uruguay join the operation already established in Chile.
Regulators focus on the special features of alternative assets
Solange Berstein and Osvaldo Macías favored adapting the offering to the liquidity of the underlying asset and preparing managers' teams to work with this asset class.
MarketVector introduces its first brazilian fixed-income index
“Our partnership with Investo on the LFTB11 ETF brings Brazilian investors access to a unique structured bond portfolio that provides transparency and flexibility for today’s dynamic economic climate”
CCR Monthly Approval Report – October 2024
A total of five products were added in the month from four different asset managers: iShares, T. Rowe Price, Comvest Partners and NB Alternatives.
Fund industry does not see AFP direct investment in alternatives as a threat
AFP Habitat's operation with Grupo Parque Arauco is seen as a way of strengthening the role of this asset class in pension portfolios.
Brazilian investors show growing appetite for global fixed income products
We expect continued strong demand for global fixed income funds, but we are also noticing increased interest in equity and absolute return products. We are optimistic about offering access to semi-liquid alternative vehicles." said Ian Caó, partner and CIO of Gama Investimentos, part of the HMC Capital group.
Consar updates Afore investment regime
Afores will be able to invest up to 30% in alternative products. Greater investment in national projects such as energy and infrastructure will be encouraged.
Generational funds could favor alternative assets
The government's proposal on generational funds has gained some consensus in the market and closely aligns with ideas presented by the AFP Association. It also has the potential to unlock greater long-term investment opportunities for pension managers.
Zurich and Vantrust lose their CEOs
Marco Salin and Jorge Valenzuela had a longstanding career in the asset management industry.
AFPs emerge strengthened after enactment of pension reform
Despite the entry of new players, several measures are being considered to increase contributions to the individual accounts of their participants.