Heather Ng

The local exchange-traded funds (ETF) market surged to well over $90 billion in Q2 2026, even as tech equity ETFs suffered sharp outflows.

Singapore now captures more than 40% of Taiwanese offshore assets as families prioritise geopolitical safety, legal clarity and multigenerational planning.

QBE’s transition to full ownership highlights how relaxed foreign entry rules are unlocking long-term growth and operational control for global insurers in the country.

The firm outlines a layered risk framework designed to withstand threats from a US debt or fiscal crisis, a potential US‑China clash over Taiwan and severe climate‑related shocks.

From shortening fixed income duration to leveraging volatility-trading hedge funds, AsianInvestor looks at how regional allocators could insulate portfolios against a complex macro backdrop for the rest of 2026.

Shariah-compliant debt is evolving into a truly global asset class, supported by sustained dominance in the Gulf and Malaysian strongholds, and a push into new regional frontiers like the Philippines and Sri Lanka.

By targeting copper, steel and rare earths, the single family office positions its portfolio at the foundation of the digital supply chain while maintaining a disciplined filter against more volatile sectors like lithium.

AsianInvestor explores whether investors should seize opportunities in energy‑intensive sectors or remain defensive in safe‑haven assets.

This Malaysian deal expands institutional access to diversified products, Shariah-compliant offerings and Asean exposure, reflecting a wider industry trend of regional players buying scale and digital wealth capabilities.

Portfolios are turning to pan-Asian strategies to leverage the region's diverse developed and emerging markets for low-correlation returns, according to a report by Moody's Ratings.

APAC allocators are recalibrating their portfolios to focus on compelling valuations, the infrastructure boom and a rising regional appetite for private credit, according to a report by Preqin.

ASEAN’s rising role in AI infrastructure prompts debate over whether the momentum signals a true regional shift.