In December iShares received investments of over USD1 billion. Axel Christensen, executive director for South America (ex Brazil) of BlackRock, pointed to the strong interest in increasing exposure in assets and regions with higher risk-return, in markets other than the USA.
Afores sector faces three challenges, Amafore says
January 30, 2013 by
International investment, the level of contributions and coverage are among priority topics. The regulator’s role is crucial for a real effort to deal with them and continue the evolution of the pension system in Mexico.
Pension fund portfolios ended 2012 with innovations
January 30, 2013 by
In December flows to international funds and ETFs stalled, but there was significant movement of portfolios toward equity in emerging markets and Asia. Fixed income funds are losing ground.
Corfo sees ending support for private equity by 2030
January 19, 2013 by
The state entity says 33% private participation in financing was achieved in 2012, and expects this figure to reach 60% by 2020.
Pioneer appoints Bailie to head Western Europe and Latin America
January 15, 2013 by
He will join the firm in April and will report to Sandro Pierri, chief executive officer.
BlackRock to buy Credit Suisse ETF arm
January 11, 2013 by
Upon completion of the deal iShares – BlackRock’s ETF arm – will run 264 ETFs with USD157.6 billion.
Chilean Managers eye Luxembourg
January 3, 2013 by
By setting up mutual funds offshore, managers can offer advantages of liquidity to their institutional clients while simultaneously raising funds from foreign investors.
Managers confirm simplification of SBS registration process
December 27, 2012 by
Over the last few months the registration process for new foreign mutual funds has been reactivated, with record times of six weeks.
Brazil’s BTG Pactual completes acquisition of Colombia’s Bolsa y Renta
December 21, 2012 by
Brazil's Banco BTG Pactual said it has completed its acquisition of Colombian brokerage Bolsa y Renta, as it extends its presence further across Latin America.
Compass Group sees a sluggish 2013 for funds
December 13, 2012 by
According to Luis Palacios, the group’s institutional sales director, important regulatory constraints will hold back growth in the sector.
