This article by Dubravko Mihaljek and Frank Packer from the Bank for International Settlements, reviews the derivatives market in emerging market economies, attempting to answer some basic questions such as how big the market is, who trades, which derivatives are most traded and how it differs from mature markets.
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CIOs’ confidence wanes as agility becomes the focus
The 2023 CIO Sentiment Survey, a collaboration between Top1000funds.com and CaseyQuirk, finds asset owners focusing on agility as they observe dramatic market changes not seen in a generation. Only 36 per cent of CIOs are confident they will reach their return targets in 2023.
Amanda WhiteMarch 28, 2023
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Global SWF: GIC leads; oil fuels Gulf funds and hedge funds give refuge
Singapore’s GIC invested more than any other SWF last year and fuelled by buoyant oil revenues, Gulf SWFs have had and are expected to continue their investment rampage. Elsewhere, hedge funds have proved one of the most successful allocations, particularly for ADIA, says Global SWF in its annual report.
Sarah RundellJanuary 3, 2023
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Don’t shy away from emerging markets in volatile times
Good quality, holistic research is more important than ever when assessing emerging markets investments with a sustainability lens, argues a portfolio manager at Newton Investment Management.
Ben HurleyDecember 6, 2022
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ADIA sets up ADIA Labs in another boost to tech capabilities
ADIA is setting up ADIA Labs in another boost to its tech capabilities. Focussing on data science, AI, machine learning and quantum computing, the research unit will help inform global trends set to drive returns in the future like the transition, blockchain, financial inclusion or space.
Sarah RundellOctober 20, 2022
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Kotkin: China bears may have been right about Western resilience
ESG-focussed investors are having a hard time justifying their China exposure to boards. They will need to develop new narratives if they want to stay in the China game, argues historian Stephen Kotkin.
Ben HurleySeptember 30, 2022
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Crypto not suitable for fiduciaries, but opportunities in underlying tech
Cryptocurrencies do not live up to the investment hype and offer nothing but enormous volatility to institutional portfolios, according to PGIM’s mega-trend research team.
Ben HurleySeptember 7, 2022
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Warnings increase as rising rates puts LDI under strain
The number of warning voices increases as rising interest rates puts pressure on LDI strategies, forcing more pension funds to sell assets to maintain leverage levels.
Sarah RundellSeptember 5, 2022
