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.
Chilean AFPs face up to USD 20 billion in redemptions
July 24, 2020 by
Local distributors gamed out the winners and losers if AFP affiliates are allowed to redeem 10% of their positions. ETFs and illiquid investments such as private equity could suffer most.
Survey: Most institutions pleased with managers’ stepped-up communication during crisis
July 14, 2020 by
State Street's John Lehner sees "an opportunity for asset managers to provide more strategic views and forecasts through technology, such as podcasts, webinars and video conference calls.”
Citi sees second-half rebound in emerging markets, global small- and mid-cap equities
July 14, 2020 by
David Bailin, chief investment officer at Citi Private Bank, urged investors to get off the sidelines and put cash to work as a new cycle begins.
BlackRock, others, eye listing of gold ETFs in Chile
July 14, 2020 by
Approval of gold representative securities comes as global investors focus on gold due to increased market volatility, said BlackRock's Francisco Rosemberg.
Managers project 20% fall in allocations from Peruvian AFPs
July 14, 2020 by
A law allowing withdrawal of 25% of pension savings is having a serious impact on AFP portfolios.
AFPs’ cross-border real-estate and infrastructure investment will not count against equity quotas
July 14, 2020 by
The Pension Superintendent said cross-border real-estate and infrastructure products will be classified as fixed-income investments, which should make them more attractive for AFPs.
Chilean lower chamber greenlights withdrawal of 10% of retirement savings
July 14, 2020 by
Unexpectedly, the bill gained the support of right-wing parliamentarians, threatening the stability of the individually funded system.
Chilean AFPs flood back into Asian equity, high-yield bonds in April
July 13, 2020 by
All told, the AFPs raised their exposure to equity by USD 3.4 billion during the month, while boosting investments in fixed-income funds by USD 1.8 billion.
CCR Monthly Approval Report – June 2020
July 1, 2020 by
A total of eight products were added in the month from seven different asset managers: Lyxor, Invesco, Charterhouse CP, GTCR , MV CP, Nordic Capital and Pantheon.
