A round-up of key themes from the three-day hedge fund conference, as well as a few off-key incidents.
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In contrast to their Western peers, Asian managers are finding the Chinese market good for returns, while some domestic investors in current regional darling Japan are selling stocks.
The investment consultancy has made an internal transfer to fill the newly created post of head of sovereign advisory for Asia, as it sharpens its focus on this client segment.
Recent equity market volatility in China will lead investors to increase allocations to alternatives, particularly private equity, says consultancy Towers Watson.
In light of an improved economic outlook and rising salaries, companies in the region are looking anew at the benefits of launching retirement schemes.
Asian asset owners have made big gains in sophistication, which some feel could pose a challenge for smaller asset managers.
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It’s time for asset owners to modernise their risk management practices, argues Towers Watson. The possibility of mission impairment gives rise to the need for buffers.