With central banks prioritising growth over curbing inflation, investors are searching for safe havens in which to hide their assets from the threat of rising prices
Asia
Indian reforms re-ignite investors’ interest
The wave of reforms announced by the Indian government may be unpopular domestically but will open the country up to foreign investment
A peek under the bonnet of leading private banks
Private banks need to be able to adapt if they are to find success, especially in the growth markets of Asia
Doubts creep in over emerging market outlook
Flows into emerging market bonds remain healthy despite low yields and worrying signs that China’s growth is slowing, but some fear investors will flee these markets if the good times come to an end
Investors wise to be wary of false dawn in Japan
Investors should take predictions of a Japanese recovery with a pinch of salt, but skilled stockpickers can undoubtly find value among the country’s companies
Concern over Chinese slowdown overstated
China’s economic growth may be slowing but this is, at least in part, due to deliberate government policy and should not scare off potential investors
Standard Chartered seeks northern exposure
Rajesh Malkani, head of Asian wealth management at Standard Chartered, discusses the opportunities opening up in China and how tighter regulations have strengthened Singapore
The gradual rise of the renminbi
China’s currency may have a long way to go before it reaches “reserve” status, but other nations are under no illusions as to the renminbi’s potential
Western brands feed China’s love of luxury
The market for luxury goods is expanding, driven by the rising levels of affluence in emerging markets, especially China
Increased regulation a boon for Indonesia
Enhanced levels of regulation are forcing wealth managers in Indonesia to raise their standards, which should benefit clients and the industry in general
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