XP sees a future for quantitative investing in Brazil, where systematic/quantitative strategies represent less than 2% of total AUM.
BTG Pactual scoops up Universa for USD 132 million
May 31, 2021 by
Universa Group is a diverse firm controlling Empiricus Research, Vitreo Holding, Money Times and Seu Dinheiro.
Amundi nears deal to buy rival Lyxor for EUR 825 million
April 8, 2021 by
Acquisition strengthens Paris-based asset manager’s position in fast-growing European ETF industry.
Azimut ups bets on Mexico with fund launches and acquisition
March 31, 2021 by
The firm announced plans to launch three global portfolios on Mexico's BIVA exchange and took a 51% stake in local asset manager KAAN Capital.
Santander PB to acquire USD 4.3b Miami wealth biz of Indosuez
March 17, 2021 by
"We want to keep growing our business – especially in geographies where we see major commercial potential like the US," said Santander's Víctor Matarranz.
Deal with Aiva boosts Allianz’s distribution into Argentina, Uruguay and Paraguay
October 13, 2020 by
"Now more than ever, we are concentrated on broadening our distribution partners and prioritizing proximity," said Allianz GI's Alberto D’Avenia.
Credit Suisse to take stake in Brazilian digital broker Modalmais
June 23, 2020 by
“This transaction further enhances our ability to serve our clients digitally while getting access to additional client segments in a fast growing environment,” said Credit Suisse's Philipp Wehle.
BTG Pactual locks up regional distribution deal with T. Rowe Price, hires new sales head
November 18, 2019 by
The Chilean subsidiary of the giant Brazilian group already has distribution agreements with the firms Evli, Reliance Singapore, Solar Capital Partners, Audax, Mobius Capital and Krane Funds.
Becon lands distribution deal with EFG’s New Capital fund range
November 16, 2019 by
New Capital is the mutual fund arm of EFG Asset Management, a global investment manager with both a Dublin and Luxembourg range of funds.
Habitat swarms Colombia with acquisition of Colfondos
August 19, 2019 by
The Chilean pension giant, which also has a small operation in Peru, is buying the USD 11.5 billion Colombian AFP from Scotiabank and Mercantil Colpatria.
