These ETFs, which add to the existing nine multi-factor SPDR MSCI Quality Mix ETFs launched in June 2014, purport to provide quality, value and low volatility, with the objective of giving investors improved risk-adjusted return potential when investing in single-country markets. They began trading on the NYSE Arca on September 18.
Fitch affirms Itaú Asset Management’s ratings at Highest Standards
September 19, 2014 by
Itaú's 'Highest Standards' rating reflects Fitch's opinion that the company's investment platform and operational framework are superior relative to the standards applied by institutional investors in international markets.
Deutsche study shows investor demand fueling dramatic growth of ‘liquid alternative’ investments
September 11, 2014 by
Liquid alternative investments like hedge funds are now the fastest growing part of the asset management industry. Alternative UCITS assets have grown over 40% annually since 2008, whilst the hedge fund industry has grown 13% and the wider European UCITS industry only 2%. Alternative mutual funds have grown by 38% annually during this period, compared to 9% for US mutual fund industry.
Peter Charrington named global head of Citi Private Bank
September 11, 2014 by
The executive began his career at Citi Private Bank in 1994. He was a private banker in the United Kingdom and also held roles in structured lending and real estate.
Falcom, newest distributor to AFPs with Oddo offering, seeks other niche vehicles
September 2, 2014 by
Roberto Salas (photo) told Fund Pro Latin America that distributing global brands to local AFPs is an additional way of generating value, and complements the development of in-house asset management capabilities.
Aberdeen names business-development head to attack Latam wealth segment
September 2, 2014 by
Aberdeen has tapped Luxembourg-based Menno de Vreeze to oversee its New-York and South-Florida-based offshore wholesaling teams.
Mercer, seeking to boost regional growth, appoints Latam leader
September 2, 2014 by
Eduardo Ragasol, who will be based in Brazil, was previously the president and general manager in Brazil for Nielsen, the global information and measurement company.
Market experts predict shift to alternative funds as traditional yields shrink
August 26, 2014 by
Pressure on AFPs to deliver decent-sized pensions will lead to greater investment in this category, especially considering the narrow yields of regional fixed-income and the volatility of global equity markets.
Partners Group plants flag in Houston to focus on private energy plays in US and Latam
August 26, 2014 by
The firm said the opening underscores its interest in the US energy sector and shows that it remains positive on Latin America, "despite recent negative investor sentiment surrounding emerging markets."
SLV pricing source changes following suspension of London Silver Fix
August 23, 2014 by
The pricing source of the iShares Silver Trust (SLV), which aims to replicate the performance of the price of silver, was changed Aug. 15 to the “London Silver Price,” and will be administered by CME Group Inc. and Thomson Reuters. The ETF is popular among Latin institutions.
