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.
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.
PGIM Real Estate global outlook: Striking the right portfolio balance late in the cycle
“The challenge for investors in the current environment is striking the right balance between taking on risk to capitalize on late-cycle growth opportunities and investing in strategies that offer greater downside protection,” said PGIM's Peter Hayes.
Wells Fargo/Gallup study: Investor optimism fell 18 points from a year ago
"While we do not see a recession in the near term, in many ways we are still recovering from the last one — which left a deep scar on many investors," says Wells Fargo's Tracie McMillion.
BlackRock’s alternatives group brings solutions-based approach to Latam market
With USD 184 billion in alternatives AUM, BlackRock aims to bring a local focus to alternatives offerings in Latin America, positioning itself as a provider of solutions for a growing number of clients, says New York-based Roque Calleja.
Credit Suisse’s InvestLab platform merged into Allfunds
Closing of the transfer of Credit Suisse InvestLab to Allfunds is expected in Q3 2019. Subsequent transfer of the related distribution agreements by Credit Suisse is expected to be completed in Q1 2020.
AMCS Group to handle AXA’s retail distribution in Argentina/Uruguay and the Andes
"Partnering with AMCS provides an ideal platform to bring our market-leading, innovative solutions to advisors and investors in these countries," said AXA's Rafael Tovar.
Vontobel Wealth Management adds staff to target wealthy clients in Mexico and Brazil
Vontobel is seeking to hire bankers with Mexican client books for its Zurich office by year-end, according to published reports. But it has not ruled out opening a rep office in Mexico.
Cross-Border Business Pulse: US and Latam Offshore fund AUMs fell 11% in 4Q 2018
Cross-border fund AUM in the retail segments of the US (US Offshore), the Caribbean and Latin America fell 11% in the fourth quarter of 2018, based on consortium data provided to Strategic Insight and analyzed by Latin Asset Management.
Julius Baer names UBS Mexico alum to coordinate Latam investment solutions
Polidura will operate from the Zurich offices of Julius Baer, which recently reinforced its activities in Mexico by increasing its global share in NSC Asesores to 70%.