These ETFs, which add to the existing nine multi-factor SPDR MSCI Quality Mix ETFs launched in June 2014, purport to provide quality, value and low volatility, with the objective of giving investors improved risk-adjusted return potential when investing in single-country markets. They began trading on the NYSE Arca on September 18.
Swiss & Global manager plans to double Colombian bond exposure
September 19, 2014 by
Enzo Puntillo, who manages seven emerging market debt funds at the Swiss group, has built a 4.3% position in the country over the past few weeks and said he plans to double it in the near future.
Fitch affirms Itaú Asset Management’s ratings at Highest Standards
September 19, 2014 by
Itaú's 'Highest Standards' rating reflects Fitch's opinion that the company's investment platform and operational framework are superior relative to the standards applied by institutional investors in international markets.
Hanono jumps to Afore MetLife as new CIO
September 12, 2014 by
Hanono has a long track record in the Afore industry, most recently managing the portfolio at Afore Invercap. He is also head of the Afore association's investment committee.
André Cobianchi named head of institutional sales at JPMorgan Brazil
September 11, 2014 by
Cobianchi served between 2000 and 2013 at BTG Pactual, where he performed important roles serving institutional clients and acting in in the area of distribution and pricing of local DCM deals.
Deutsche study shows investor demand fueling dramatic growth of ‘liquid alternative’ investments
September 11, 2014 by
Liquid alternative investments like hedge funds are now the fastest growing part of the asset management industry. Alternative UCITS assets have grown over 40% annually since 2008, whilst the hedge fund industry has grown 13% and the wider European UCITS industry only 2%. Alternative mutual funds have grown by 38% annually during this period, compared to 9% for US mutual fund industry.
Peter Charrington named global head of Citi Private Bank
September 11, 2014 by
The executive began his career at Citi Private Bank in 1994. He was a private banker in the United Kingdom and also held roles in structured lending and real estate.
Market Vectors to offer 10 ETFs in Colombia
September 11, 2014 by
ETF issuers, including iShares and Horizons, have turned to Colombia as a new avenue for asset gathering, particularly from institutional investors.
Sprenger named CEO of Sura AM and is given seat on Latin American executive committee
September 11, 2014 by
In his new role, Pablo Sprenger (photo) is responsible for growth of the pensions and annuities businesses, as well as life insurance and institutional funds in Mexico for Sura Asset Management Mexico.
CCR Monthly Approval Report – August 2014
September 3, 2014 by
A total of 22 mutual funds were added in August to the list of approved instruments to receive investments from Chilean Pension Managers (AFPs).
