Insights
Hong Kong Mandatory Pension Fund: survival of the fittest
The MPF in Hong Kong celebrated its 20th anniversary in December 2020. The system's total assets have hit the HK$1 trillion (US$129 billion) mark and rank among the 30 largest public pension systems in the world. A major digital revamp to the platform will be launched in 2022. Price wars and industry consolidation are likely.
Unlocking China’s domestic wealth
China’s asset management industry has developed the depth and breadth that goes far beyond mutual funds over the past two decades. Foreign fund managers now have a number of routes to tap the vast China market.
A golden opportunity for foreign custodians in China
Most foreign players’ ability to unlock China's domestic wealth has been unimpressive over the past 20 years. Citigroup made headlines in September with the announcement that its China unit has been awarded a local fund custody license. How would it be different this time?
Thoughts on Leadership
Like many other skills for life, we would never learn enough about leadership.
Are you ready for your staff to work from home?
Working from home is becoming a new norm as well as a necessity with the COVID-19 pandemic. This has posed a big challenge to both companies and the individuals. I would suggest six pointers for consideration in implementing work-from-home programs.
Is the custody industry doomed?
The custody industry is facing new challenges with the advent of fintechs. There are several principles that will help providers remain relevant and prosper.
Foreign participation in China’s investment market
The Chinese investment market has been fast changing over the past two decades since it started. A multi-faced ecosystem has developed embracing diversity as well as specialisation. Although there are now multiple avenues for foreign participation, Chinese regulators can do a lot more to internationalise the industry .
From latecomer to global leader
A strategic decision several decades ago paved the way for China’s leadership in digital payments today