The fund launch builds upon Aberdeen's efforts to diversify its product lineup, which it has also done via the acquisitions of Arden Asset Management and Flag Capital Management.
BofA Merrill: Weakening outlook for global economy amid China fears
August 22, 2015 by
“Investors are sending a clear message that they are positioned for lower growth in China and emerging markets,” said Michael Hartnett, chief investment strategist at BofA Merrill Lynch Global Research.
Morgan Stanley’s Latam wealth clients now need minimum of USD 500,000
August 22, 2015 by
Morgan said that clients with less than the USD 500,000 minimum will be serviced through an international call center, beginning in January 2016.
Deutsche adds to suite of international currency-hedged ETFs
August 21, 2015 by
“As a European-based bank, we have been able to leverage our local insight to offer the most comprehensive suite of currency-hedged international equity ETFs in the US,” said Fiona Bassett, head of passive products in the Americas.
Morgan Stanley hires ex-RBC director to run its Coral Gables office
August 16, 2015 by
Seigal was hired to help grow the group's offshore platform and is taking over from José Salazar. He will work alongside Kevin McCarty, Morgan Stanley's Miami complex manager.
Fitch cites Brazil’s ‘deterioration’ in lowering of BTG Pactual’s rating outlook
August 16, 2015 by
The downgraded outlook reflects a change in Fitch's view on BTG's acquisition of BSI, a private bank headquartered in Switzerland, due to the significant deterioration in Brazil's operating environment.
Aberdeen continues US expansion with Arden buy
August 16, 2015 by
"Institutional investors are looking to hedge fund solutions to offer risk-return profiles not available via mainstream strategies and traditional asset classes," said Aberdeen's chief executive officer, Martin Gilbert.
Merrill sets USD 2.5 million as minimum for new Latin accounts
August 16, 2015 by
Investors residing in some countries - including Venezuela and Argentina - will need to have at least USD 5 million to open an account.
Henderson appoints new US offshore sales manager for Miami
August 6, 2015 by
Maria Eugenia Córdova joins Henderson after spending roughly two years each in sales posts at Aberdeen Asset Management and Franklin Templeton in South Florida.
BofA Merrill survey: Investors hoard cash as confidence in China wanes
July 28, 2015 by
“Rising risk aversion and stretched cash levels provide a contrarian buy signal for risk assets in Q3,” said Michael Hartnett, chief investment strategist at BofA Merrill Lynch Global Research.
