Fund mergers pose dilemma

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The consolidation of the financial services industry is bad news to Asian investors. The merger of fund managers such as BT Funds Management and Deutsche Bank of Germany has made investors wary of their investment's future. BT Funds manages a $370 billion portfolio, while Deutsche Bank manages $265 billion in investments. Merged firms may decide to drop funds or close existing products which may imperil investors' money. To avoid the negative effects of mergers on investments, investors must switch funds before the merger takes place.

Acquisitions & mergers, Financial management, Stockholder data, Investor relations

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Singapore hopes new regulations boost its fund sector; Rules aim to encourage growth among independent managers, increase specialized offerings

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Singapore has issued regulations that aim to bolster the growth of independent fund managers (IFM). Small fund managers can now become licensed investment advisers through certification by the Monetary Authority of Singapore. The limit on number of IFM clientele has been lifted. The government has also lowered the minimum amount of asset under management for IFMs to qualify for licensing. The income of IFMs' foreign clients will be tax-exempt for five years.

Government regulation (cont), Singapore, Investment Advisory Services, Investment Advice, Regulation, Licensing, and Inspection of Miscellaneous Commercial Sectors, Financial Regulation NEC, Laws, regulations and rules, Commercial law, Investment advisers

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Managers return cautiously; markets in Asia are likely to remain volatile

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Market analysts are warning interested investors from making full commitments in Asia despite the region's recent surge. The upward market swing is attributed to US interest rate cuts and the yen's gain. However, Asian markets are still expected to remain volatile and will adjust soon to market corrections. Among the countries actively making efforts to reform and gain enough investment potential are Thailand, South Korea and Indonesia.

Financial analysis, Analysis, Economic aspects, Economic development

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