All Asia Pacific articles – Page 19
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White papersChinese local currency debt: coming of age
China’s onshore renminbi-denominated bond market is an emerging asset class of global significance.
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Asset Manager NewsSC Capital Partners and Fortius buy Central Park Retail, Sydney
SC Capital Partners, on behalf of its RECAP Fund series, and Fortius Funds Management (“Fortius”) have jointly acquired the three final retail assets in the mixed- used community development of the award winning A$2 billion Central Park in Sydney CBD for A$174.5 million from Frasers Property Australia and Sekisui House.
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White papersEight charts that explain the growing importance of China A-shares
More and more international investors are turning their attention to the increasingly important China A shares market. Here’s why.
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White papersAre Distressed Small Banks Putting China’s Banking System at Risk?
It’s been 20 years since a Chinese bank failed. But recent bailouts of three regional lenders have raised concerns about systemic problems in China’s financial sector. While risks have grown for China’s smaller banks, we believe that the Chinese banking system remains robust.
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White papersThe impact of African Swine Fever on the agricultural industry: a complex puzzle
The outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF) in China is making headlines as it impacts the biggest pork market in the world. Industry experts consider this a ‘transformational event’ for the global pork sector that is ‘creating a devastating effect.
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White papersChina’s Currency Weakness: Not as Bad as it Seems—Yet
China’s currency depreciated this week, with the exchange rate rising to more than 7.0 renminbi per US dollar, unnerving investors and markets worldwide. Here’s the good news: we don’t think the renminbi will continue to weaken at the same pace.
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White papersResponsible Property in action: Centropolis Towers
The Centropolis case study highlights a large APAC deal which reflects high environmental standards, including innovative use of geothermal heat pumps. The 134,399 sq m mixed-use development has been awarded LEED Gold certification and provides one of most highly specified prime office buildings in Seoul, South Korea.
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White papersEconomic Outlook: Japanification
Political risk is ‘trumping’ economics, with populism, disparate prosperity, and stirrings that globalisation needs to reverse all offering a paradigm shift that may prove as forceful as the fall of communism in 1989, and even the New World Order after 1945.
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White papersInvesting in China: Tapping into Long-Term Opportunities
Ghadir Cooper, Global Head of Equities, recently joined a round table with Pensions & Investments to discuss the opportunity set in China. Despite slowed growth and trade concerns, she believes there are several reasons why investors should remain optimistic.
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White papersChina’s Great Wall of Worry: Myths vs. Realities
China’s rise as a preeminent economic power makes it impossible for globally minded investors to ignore. With the integration of China’s domestic-listed equities and bonds into major global indices, the potential of investing in the broad economy is increasingly opening to the world. It’s time, then, for investors to familiarize themselves with misconceptions that can distort the view of China’s economy and corporate landscape.
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White papersIndian elections: political continuity is positive but reform is what matters most
Prime Minister Modi led the NDA to a sweeping victory, with a full majority in Parliament and therefore significant political capital. There was some apprehension in the market ahead of the election and a clear majority will certainly soothe nerves.
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Asia Pacific property: Innovation and the disruption of technology
Structural changes are presenting challenges and opportunities for real estate globally APAC occupiers and landlords are adopting technological and innovative strategies to overcome these challenges Successful strategy implementation should unlock new sources of customer demand, increase space productivity, and improve asset quality Real estate investors could thereby benefit ...
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Evaluating the Effects of China’s Pork Crisis
African swine fever is ravaging China’s pork supply and having a global impact on protein prices. For equity investors, the crisis serves as a reminder that even amid trade-war uncertainty, research into domestic trends can help investors access the country’s vast stock market.
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White papersMiss it, miss out: the opportunity in Asian private equity
Nowhere else can match Asia’s combination of scale and growth in the 21st century. Private equity has the keys to unlock this opportunity.
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White papersThe Case for China Logistics
China’s logistics sector is anchored by the country’s large population and economic base, and its domestic long-term fundamental growth drivers, despite the rise of global trade protectionism.
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Asset Manager News
Deka Immobilien leases 8,300 m in Australia
Deka Immobilien has concluded a new lease agreement for nearly 8,300 m² of office space in Melbourne, Australia. The co-working provider JustCo, Singapore, secured its largest space in Australia under this agreement. The office and commercial building at 15 William Street, which offers around 42,000 m² of space, is now fully leased.
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White papersResponsible Returns: Better Stocks for a Better World
Many equity investors want to help create social benefits while generating strong returns. Achieving these twin goals requires a coherent investment approach. In this paper, we outline a process designed to effectively integrate environmental, social and governance factors in a sustainable equity strategy. Using stock examples, we demonstrate how to identify companies that support the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and offer sources of long-term return potential.
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White papersSoutheast Asia poised to gain from trade wars
Domestic manufacturers in Southeast Asia are likely winners in the trade war and from a trend among multinationals towards reducing dependence on China.
