All Asia Pacific articles – Page 11
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White papersChina’s Complicated Year in the Global Spotlight
For the global economy, the consequences of China’s current economic trajectory are much more difficult to tease out.
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Asset Manager NewsGLP Launches $1.1 Billion Maiden Vietnam Logistics Development Fund
GLP announced today the establishment of GLP Vietnam Development Partners I (“GLP VDP I”) with an investment capacity of $1.1 billion. The fund has received commitments from a well-diversified investor group across Asia, Europe, North America and the Middle East representing pension funds, sovereign wealth funds and insurance companies.
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White papersChina’s Economy in the Year of the Tiger
For China, the year ahead holds special political and economic significance. From the Winter Olympics in February to the Chinese Communist Party’s 20th national congress, slated for the fourth quarter, “the world,” as President Xi Jinping has noted, “is turning its eyes to China.”
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White papersKazakhstan: low impact for asset prices, but a wakeup call for geopolitical risk
On 2 January, protests began in western Kazakhstan triggered by a sharp rise in fuel costs, but reflecting broader political discontent. The almost immediate response from the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO, a Russian version of NATO) shows the close relationship between the Russian and Kazakhstan governments.
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White papersChinese equities: Conviction amid change
Franklin Templeton Emerging Market Equity’s Micheal Lai expects quality companies in China to deliver growth across market cycles.
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PodcastThe Investment Podcast: Taking Asian real estate asset to another level in 2022
In an era of generally steep pricing, the focus is on real estate quality to cater to a variety of specific cultural and geographical requirements.
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White papersChina’s growth cycle is turning
Senior market strategist APAC Chi Lo discusses how Beijing has shifted to a pro-growth policy and away from painful economic restructuring as growth momentum slows to levels below what is tolerable to Chinese policymakers.
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Asset Manager NewsPGIM Real Estate adds ESG lead for Europe and Asia Pacific
PGIM Real Estate has further strengthened its commitment to environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing, with the addition of Julie Townsend as ESG lead for Europe and Asia Pacific, based in London and effective immediately. PGIM Real Estate is the real estate investment and financing business of PGIM, the US$1.5 trillion global investment management business of Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU).
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White papersEngagement Spotlight: Seeking Improved Disclosure in Japan
This week, Neuberger Berman has announced that the firm is seeking improved disclosure from Daibiru Corporation regarding its decision to support its parent company and controlling shareholder, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines’ tender offer.
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White papersTapping into China’s accelerating investment management expertise
Contrary to what some people might think, there is continued appetite among many global asset owners for Chinese securities – despite market noise and dynamic policymaking over recent months.
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Research ReportReal Estate Outlook APAC, Edition 4 - 2021 - The air is wild with investment activity.
APAC economies slowed in the third quarter. Apart from China, countries are now looking to contain COVID-19 rather than eradicate it.
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Asset Manager NewsNuveen Real Estate’s Asia Pacific Cities strategy acquires a 50% interest in One George Street, Singapore in joint venture for US$472 million
Acquisition represents the fourteenth asset for the strategy, bringing the total AUM of the pan Asia-Pacific portfolio to over US$1 billion.
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White papersJapan’s Coming Wave of Reform
Regulatory changes in Japan could accelerate change on governance, capital efficiency and sustainability.
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White papersDoes the end of China’s love affair with property spell heartbreak for investors?
Beneath the surface of the world’s most important industry sector, all is not well, and investors – directly or indirectly exposed – will be profoundly impacted by what the Chinese property sector does next, writes Robin Usson, CFA, Credit Analyst
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White papersFood for Thought: The Soy Journey from East to West
When most people think about soybeans, their first thought is probably of food. After all, this tiny bean has grown to become one of the top ten most valuable agricultural products in the world. Sweet, sour, salty, bitter and umami – this oilseed is the foundation for thousands of dishes and central to many Asian cuisines today.
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White papersThe Ever-Shifting Shanghai Gold Market Landscape
As the world’s largest gold producer, China plays an outsized role in global gold markets. But in order to fully satisfy domestic demand for jewelry and other forms of gold, the country also typically relies on imports.
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White papersReal Estate in China: Sector Focus
Property has been a highly regulated sector within China for many years and in recent times has been the focus of new policy changes. In this article, we take a look at the sector in more detail.
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White papersChina’s zero-Covid policy – Timing, benefits, costs and impact
As more countries opt for ‘living with Covid’, China is sticking with a ‘zero Covid’ policy (ZCP) that has brought significant benefits, although not without costs. China may soon be approaching a turning point where the costs outweigh the benefits.
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VideoUnderstanding China Market Dynamics
We believe having on the ground insight is key to understanding local market dynamics. Listen to the latest insights from Ning Meng, China A-Share Strategy Leader based in Shanghai, as he talks to Joe Amato, President and Chief Investment Officer—Equities, about the recent dynamics in China markets.
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White papersRisk and opportunity in Asia credit: Chinese property, regulatory shifts, inflation
We believe at the point of Evergrande default, the contagion are, less financial and more real economy in nature. This is because the overall exposure of the financial system to Evergrande from a top-down perspective is much more manageable albeit there are risks around selected financial institutions with higher exposures to Evergrande.
