Analysis
Front-to-back outsourcing: the third wave
Front-to-back outsourcing has become a new battleground for securities services providers in addressing the evolving needs of asset managers. Demand for fast and accurate data is driving outsourcing of front-to-back office operations.
Digital assets custody: too big to ignore
The explosive growth of the crypto market underscores how cryptocurrencies have come a long way from the days where many considered them a scam. Securities services providers are feeling their way into the world of digital assets.
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. How would it be different this time?
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 .