The anti-establishment fervor in Chile makes it nearly impossible to imagine increased withholdings heading to the AFP system.
Amid mass protests in Chile, fierce debate expected on additional 5% pension contribution
Insigneo adds ex-Citi operations expert to spearhead digitalization push
Mariela Arana joined the company as it embarks on a growth strategy with a laser-focused plan on digitalizing operations to provide an enhanced client experience.
Newly-formed Chilean AGF Singular nabs 20% investment from Oaktree Capital
"We are very glad to take this next step in extending our relationship and deepening our commitment to Latin America,” said Howard Marks, co-chairman of Oaktree.
Schroders promotes Binello to head of Latin America
The executive had been serving as head of offshore sales in Miami. Meanwhile, Schroders also promoted Pablo Albina to a top regional investment role.
CCR Monthly Approval Report – July 2019
A total of 28 products were added in the month from nine different asset managers: Amundi, Barings, BlueBay, Cathay, Fidelity, Janus Henderson, Principal, IK Investment Partners, Singuler Guff.
AFPs plunge back into emerging-markets debt, Asian equity
The AFPs finished the month with USD 84.3 billion invested in cross-border funds and ETFs, 70% of which was in equities.
Global managers gain access to Latam markets via new Santander FOF launches
The Spanish firm is launching UCITS FoFs with Amundi, Morgan Stanley, Robeco, JPMorgan and PIMCO. The products will be distributed in Latin America either directly or via locally domiciled feeders.
Colombian AFPs post broad retreat from global equities
Colombian AFPs pulled away from cross-border funds and ETFs in May, yanking USD 1.2 billion mostly from equity funds as global markets reeled amid trade tensions.
Natixis survey finds “disconnect” between investors’ return expectations and tolerance for risk
“Last year’s market volatility was a strong reminder of the importance of professional advice in helping to build diversified portfolios," said David Giunta, CEO for the US and Canada at Natixis Investment Managers.









