Malaysia

Many institutional investors are unfamiliar with the specific hazards of markets that are early in their development cycle, according to experts.

Allocations to the sector’s riskier, less developed markets surge as opportunities become scarce and costly in the region’s core locations.

Ninety One hires Greater China advisor head from BlackRock; NPS hires Americas infra manager; PGIM hires for APAC alts business; Federated Hermes expands APAC family office team; abrdn names new Malaysia head; and more.

Current conditions make private market allocations favourable for family offices, although the right entry-point strategies are key.

In the quest for sustainability, some family offices believe lines should be drawn between doing good deeds and ensuring strong returns.

The Rockefeller Foundation is committing substantial resources to climate initiatives, focusing on energy, food, health, and financial systems to drive impactful change.

Singapore's GIC plans to expand team for more Japan deals; Malaysia's KWAP unveils alternatives strategy with Shariah focus; Brighter Super expands Queensland investment strategy; NPS gets new mid-term asset allocation plan; and more.

Introducing the refreshed Malaysia Global Investment Forum – now in its 3rd year, this premier in-person event exclusively tailored for Malaysian institutional investors will serve as a transformative platform, empowering asset owners to redefine their investment strategies and stay ahead of the curve.

Cbus deputy CIO resigns; BNP Paribas AM hires for Greater China; UBS Japan names new CEO; Eastspring Malaysia appoints new CEO; Funds SA CIO departs; and more.

AustralianSuper to invest in minerals poised to gain from energy transition; Norway wealth fund excludes two Asian companies over ethical concerns; US pension funds invested in TikTok parent; Temasek's venture capital arm to launch Japan-focused fund; and more.

Family offices are planning to set up or expand operations in Hong Kong; Indonesia's INA scouts for partnerships to develop electric vehicle ecosystem; NPS to hire managers for private markets; and more.

Munich Re makes APAC leadership changes; Vanguard Super's former head takes new role; Malaysia's PNB rehires chief executive; T. Rowe Price names APAC COO; HKEX appoints chief compliance officer; and more.