All Asia Pacific articles – Page 6
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White papersThe Changing Asian Landscape: Japan Enters a New Era
We explore Japan’s revival, corporate reforms and where its equity opportunities may emerge next.
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White papersQ1 2024 - Asia Pacific Market Perspective
Markets Moving Out of Sync, Rate Cut Expectations Recede, Noise And Volatility To Continue
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Research ReportPrivate Insights #4 - Back to school - Hedging inflation with student accommodation
“The fundamental demand-supply imbalance of the student accommodation sector and its counter cyclical nature positions it as a defensive asset class, amid a period of market uncertainty. In line with the Group’s strategy of diversifying and ensuring a resilient portfolio, we aim to continue seeking out opportunities for strategic investments while also leveraging our development capabilities to ensure our existing portfolio remains competitive.” - Mr Chua Tiow Chye, Deputy Group CEO, Mapletree
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Asset Manager NewsActis Backs Solar Platform Argo Energy In First South Korean Energy Investment
Actis, a global investor in sustainable infrastructure, has completed its investment into Argo Energy, a South Korean renewable energy platform focused on the development of small utility scale and rooftop solar.
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White papersChina: bottom-up opportunity as the macro picture slowly improves
While the top-down story has challenges, the notion that China is ‘uninvestable’ is in our view misinformed. We believe company-specific opportunities can be found by looking at trade, value for money and capital return.
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Asset Manager NewsActis Backed Nozomi Energy Significantly Expands Solar Portfolio To Reach 100MW Milestone
Actis, a global investor in sustainable infrastructure, has announced that its Japan-focused renewables platform, Nozomi Energy, has reached an operational project portfolio of 100MW within just 10 months of operation. The portfolio company reached this milestone in renewable generation capacity following a series of acquisitions, including a 70MW solar project in Tochigi and another solar project in Chiba.
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Asset Manager NewsPro-Invest Group Recipient Of Aareal Bank’s Largest Green Hotel Portfolio Loan In Asia-Pacific
Pro-invest Group a leading private equity real estate asset manager and investment firm and Aareal Bank AG, a leading international property specialist in the global real estate banking market, today announced a significant milestone in their commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.
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White papersAsia Pacific Market Perspective - Q4 2023
New Year, Familiar Themes - Rate Cuts Expected, but Opinions on Speed and Magnitude are Wide
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White papersThe unpersuadables?
In his latest article on corporate governance in South Korea, Jonathan Pines, Lead Portfolio Manager, Asia ex-Japan Equity, looks at how to solve the ‘Korea discount’ and why copying Japan’s approach won’t necessarily work.
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White papersAsia ex-Japan Equity: Letter to Investors
In our latest Letter to Investors, Jonathan Pines, Lead Portfolio Manager, Asia ex-Japan Equity, looks at the remarkably attractive valuations on offer at the present time, and the implications for long-term investors.
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White papersMag 7’s Asian Silicon Dragon
Taiwan’s significant growth in the technology sector solidifies its role as a key player in many global supply chains.
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White papersStill bearish on China? As Beijing takes action, watch the data to see if it’s working
Recent data has painted a bleak picture of China’s economy. As 2024 unfolds, there are signals that Beijing is finally stepping up to the plate with a solid raft of measures designed to improve consumer and business confidence. For investors trying to gauge whether these moves are effective, here are the indicators to keep an eye on.
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White papersCrowded out – Asian species feel the heat
Asia is rich in biodiversity but the risk of nature degradation is high due to rapid urbanisation, agricultural expansion and over-fishing. Sonya Likhtman explores the risks facing the region and the implications for engagement with companies in Asia.
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Research ReportPrivate Insights #3 - Land of the Rising Sun: Opportunities and Growth in Japan
“As we navigate the challenging economic environment globally, Japan remains a resilient market that is tried and tested for investors aiming to invest in quality assets that provide good, risk-adjusted returns in the long run. Mapletree is focused on strengthening our foothold in this region to bring value to our investors through exposure to the country’s real estate sector.” - Mr Wong Mun Hoong, Regional Chief Executive Officer, Australia & North Asia
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White papersChina’s pivot: steering through turbulence to sustainability
”The goal of Chinese policymakers is to manage the economic transition; this suggests deleveraging has become the new priority over the old growth-centric approach.”
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PodcastOuterblue Talks Green – The rise of responsible investing in Asia
Asia faces distinct and complex challenges when it comes to the energy transition as it looks to balance economic development with the necessity to transition to a low carbon economy.
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White papersISA Outlook 2024: Asia Pacific – a tale of three realms
In this final chapter of ISA Outlook 2024, we discuss how our global themes for the coming year translate to the Asia Pacific region, arguably the world’s largest and most complex real estate market.
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White papers2024 Outlook: China - the growth question
The world’s second largest economy has underwhelmed. Is it time for a turnaround?
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White papersThe tiger that lost its roar: the mystery of South Korea’s underperforming equities
Two countries in the MSCI Asia ex-Japan Index – China and South Korea – have performed noticeably poorly over the last decade and a half. One can explain China’s struggles, amid tensions with the West. But what is going on with South Korea?
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White papersTune out of the noise and into the trends to capitalise on Asia’s real estate potential
With commercial real estate in developed markets facing challenges, investors are increasingly considering other options.
