Group 1 - Invesco Ltd. reported preliminary month-end assets under management (AUM) of $1,942.7 billion, reflecting a 5.6% increase compared to the previous month-end [1][2] - The firm experienced net long-term inflows of $6.1 billion during the month, with non-management fee earning net inflows of $6.3 billion and money market net inflows of $19.4 billion [1][2] - AUM was positively influenced by favorable market returns, which contributed an increase of $70 billion, while foreign exchange (FX) effects added $0.9 billion to AUM [1][2] Group 2 - Preliminary average total AUM for the quarter ending May 31 was $1,859.6 billion, and preliminary average active AUM for the same period was $1,041.4 billion [1][2] - AUM breakdown as of May 31, 2025, includes $522.8 billion in ETFs & Index Strategies, $298.0 billion in Fixed Income, $275.1 billion in Equities, and $129.1 billion in Private Markets [2] - The total AUM for April 30, 2025, was $1,840.0 billion, indicating a significant month-over-month growth [2]

Investment Rating - The report maintains a neutral stance on asset allocation, advocating for diversification, particularly in international equities and bonds [8]. Core Insights - The report highlights a renewed focus on the demand for US assets from foreign investors, with potential risks from incremental tax and policy changes affecting their appetite [3]. - US equity markets have shown limited reaction to recent economic data, with high dividend yield stocks slightly underperforming compared to the broader market [4]. - The report notes that US mega-cap stocks have been the primary drivers of the recent recovery in US equities, while the S&P 500 equal weight index remains flat against global counterparts [8]. Economic Indicators - Recent economic data indicates that both US Manufacturing and Services ISM came in below consensus, while non-farm payroll growth slightly exceeded expectations, suggesting a slowdown in US growth [1]. - The European Central Bank (ECB) has lowered its deposit rate by 25 basis points and downgraded its inflation projection for 2026 to 1.6% [1]. Yield Curves and Interest Rates - Yield curves have flattened across regions, with US bonds experiencing a sell-off following the non-farm payroll report, driven by higher front-end and real rates [2]. - The report anticipates that the last rate cut by the ECB will occur in September, with expectations of further rate cuts from the Swiss National Bank [2]. Currency and Foreign Exchange - The report's foreign exchange strategists have adjusted their EUR/USD forecasts to 1.17, 1.20, and 1.25 for 3, 6, and 12 months respectively, reflecting concerns over US fiscal sustainability [3]. - The correlation between the US dollar and other assets has reverted to more normal levels, although the gap between the dollar and rates differentials remains wide [3]. Earnings Impact - The report estimates a potential impact of 5% on STOXX 600 earnings by year four, although companies may have offsetting options such as re-listing in the US [4]. Asset Allocation Recommendations - The report suggests an overweight position in US government bonds, while maintaining a neutral stance on equities and advocating for international diversification [22].

Core Insights - HarbourView Equity Partners has successfully closed an additional $500 million in debt financing through a new private securitization backed by its diversified music portfolio, bringing its total regulatory assets under management to approximately $2.67 billion [1][8] - The financing was supported by KKR-managed insurance vehicles, which also participated in a previous financing round of nearly $500 million in 2024 [2][4] - HarbourView aims to leverage this additional capital to accelerate its strategy in the media, sports, and entertainment markets, focusing on investing in evergreen intellectual property that is historically uncorrelated to broader market volatility [3][5] Company Overview - Established in 2021, HarbourView has built a diverse portfolio featuring over 70 music catalogs and approximately 35,000 songs across various genres and artists [5][8] - The firm has engaged in notable projects, including financing Hip Hop biopics in partnership with Will Smith's Westbrook Studios and investing in Usher's 2024 concert film [5] - HarbourView's strategy emphasizes data analytics and value creation to deliver differentiated returns within the creative ecosystem [5][8] KKR's Role - KKR's Asset-Based Finance strategy focuses on credit investments backed by diversified pools of financial and hard assets, with approximately $74 billion in ABF assets under management globally [4] - KKR's continued support for HarbourView highlights the strong demand for uncorrelated assets in the market [6][10] - The partnership with KKR exemplifies the breadth of investment opportunities in music intellectual property [3][4]

Core Insights - Blue Owl Capital (NYSE: OWL) is expanding its operations in private credit, GP stakes, and real assets, supported by a significant concentration of permanent capital in the industry [1] Group 1 - The company has been focusing on portfolio construction from a dividend growth investor's perspective, leveraging insights from experienced market analysts [1] - Joseph Jones, a professor with over fifteen years of market study experience, has contributed to the understanding of the company's strategic direction [1]

具体来看，2024年，公募基金行业规模达43.43万亿元，较2023年末同比增长16.56%。其中，除公募基 金公司管理的私募资管计划和养老金外，公募基金规模达32.83万亿元，同比增速高达18.93%，存量创 下历史新高，增量和增速均为3年内最高。在投资收益方面，数据显示，2024年总计1.93万只基金中约 有1.59万只公募基金实现正回报，占比达82.4%，平均收益为5.06%。 再从银行理财来看，根据报告，2024年理财产品存续规模达到29.95万亿元，较年初增长11.75%，净值 型理财产品存续规模达29.50万亿元，占比为98.50%；从投资者收益来看，2024年末，持有理财产品的 投资者数量达1.25亿，较年初增长9.88%，为投资者创造收益约7099亿元。 从资金端来看，银行理财与保险资产规模增速较快，2024年资金贡献幅度分别同比增长34%、20%。 在渠道端，银行理财代销渠道开放化、多元化趋势明显，理财公司合作代销机构数量继续稳步增长。报 告显示，2024年，理财公司积极拓展母行以外的代销渠道，已开业的31家理财公司中，只有两家理财产 品由母行代销，其余29家均实现跨行多渠道代销。 6月6日 ...

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Group 1 - Renowned strategist Hong Hao has confirmed his resignation as CEO of Huafu International and will become a managing partner and CIO at Lianhua Asset Management [1][2] - Hong Hao's tenure as CEO of Huafu International lasted less than two months, having taken the position in mid-April after leaving Jiayin International [1] - Lianhua Asset Management is a Hong Kong company licensed by the Securities and Futures Commission to conduct regulated activities in securities consulting and asset management [2] Group 2 - Hong Hao aims to focus on independent research and hedge fund management, aligning with his vision to contribute to the global economy and markets [1] - Prior to his role at Huafu International, Hong Hao served as Chief Economist at Sire Group and has extensive experience in various international financial institutions [1] - Lianhua Asset Management was acquired by Harpers Capital in June 2022, and Hong Hao will also serve as the manager of the AAA LOTUS FUND and honorary chief economist at Lianhua [2]

Group 1 - iREIT® on Alpha provides in-depth research covering various investment vehicles including REITs, mREITs, Preferreds, BDCs, MLPs, ETFs, Builders, and Asset Managers, with a tracker that includes data on over 250 tickers [1] - Ackman, with a net worth of approximately $9.1 billion, has built his fortune through bold investment decisions [1] - The investment group iREIT®+HOYA Capital is led by Brad Thomas and HOYA Capital, featuring a team of analysts with over 100 years of combined experience [1] Group 2 - Brad Thomas has over 30 years of experience in real estate investing, having been involved in over $1 billion in commercial real estate transactions [2] - He has been featured in prominent media outlets such as Barron's, Bloomberg, and Fox Business, and is the author of four books, including "REITs For Dummies" [2]

Core Insights - BlackRock Canada announces that the iShares Jantzi Social Index ETF will experience higher than normal portfolio turnover due to changes in the evaluation process for the Morningstar Jantzi Social Index, effective June 20, 2025 [1][2] - The iShares ETF aims to replicate the performance of the Index, and the upcoming rebalance is expected to result in higher transaction costs and net capital gains, although the total net capital gains income will not be known until December 15, 2025 [1] - Morningstar will implement several changes to the Index, including a name change, semi-annual reviews, a new parent benchmark, and modifications to ESG exclusions and constituent selection criteria [2] Company Overview - BlackRock is a leading provider of financial technology and aims to enhance financial well-being for investors by making investing easier and more affordable [4] - iShares, a subsidiary of BlackRock, manages over 1,500 exchange-traded funds (ETFs) with assets under management totaling approximately US$4.3 trillion as of March 31, 2025 [5]

SKEL has signed purchase agreements with a group of domestic institutional investors for their acquisition of 153.9 million shares in Styrkás hf., representing just over 15.4% of the company’s issued share capital. The total purchase price of the shares is ISK 3,150 million, equivalent to ISK 20.47 per share. The sale price is equal to the book value of SKEL’s stake in Styrkás as of December 31, 2024. The purchase agreements are subject to customary conditions, which are expected to be finalized next week. ...