Core Viewpoint - Sun Life Financial Inc. has rebranded two of its low volatility equity funds to better reflect their investment strategies while maintaining their objectives and strategies unchanged [1]. Group 1: Fund Renaming and Strategy - The Sun Life MFS Low Volatility Global Equity Fund is now named SLGI MFS Blended Research Low Vol Global Fund, effective January 12, 2026 [1]. - The Sun Life MFS Low Volatility International Equity Fund has been renamed SLGI MFS Blended Research Low Vol International Fund, also effective January 12, 2026 [1]. - The rebranding aims to highlight the proprietary Blended Research approach utilized by MFS Investment Management, the sub-advisor for these funds [1]. Group 2: Fee Reductions and Enhancements - The introduction of new ETF series is part of enhancements to the MFS Blended Research Low Vol funds, which includes recently announced management fee reductions [1].

Company Overview - Apollo is a high-growth, global alternative asset manager with a focus on providing clients excess returns across the risk-reward spectrum, from investment grade credit to private equity [2] - The company has over three decades of investing expertise and offers innovative capital solutions for business growth [2] - As of September 30, 2025, Apollo managed approximately $908 billion in assets [2] Upcoming Events - Martin Kelly, Chief Financial Officer of Apollo, will participate in a fireside chat at the UBS Financial Services Conference on February 10, 2026, at 8:50 am ET [1] - A live webcast of the event will be available on Apollo's Investor Relations website, with a replay accessible shortly after the event [1]

Prudential Financial’s asset management business in India has received acquisition proposals from at least two domestic firms, reported Bloomberg citing sources. Groww Asset Management, backed by State Street Investment Management, and Edelweiss Asset Management have each submitted bids for PGIM India Asset Management, the unnamed sources said. These individuals noted that discussions are still in progress and no agreement has been reached. Earlier this month, Bloomberg reported that PGIM is considerin ...

Core Viewpoint - The Beijing Financial System Work Conference for 2026 emphasizes the importance of implementing Xi Jinping's economic thought and the central economic work conference's directives, while summarizing the achievements of 2025 and planning key tasks for 2026 [1][2]. Group 1: 2025 Achievements - In 2025, under the leadership of the municipal government, the capital's financial system focused on its role as a national financial management center, adhering to high standards and promoting stable progress, with significant advancements in risk prevention, regulatory strength, and high-quality development [2][7]. - The financial system's party-building efforts were strengthened, and the framework for financial risk prevention and resolution was deepened, contributing to a solid foundation for high-quality development during the "14th Five-Year Plan" [2][7]. Group 2: 2026 Objectives - The year 2026 marks the beginning of the "14th Five-Year Plan," and the financial system must recognize new challenges and continue to implement central and municipal decisions, focusing on risk prevention, regulatory enhancement, and high-quality development [3][8]. - The financial system is tasked with enhancing its mechanisms for preventing and resolving financial risks, improving regulatory effectiveness, and supporting key sectors such as domestic demand, technological innovation, and small and medium-sized enterprises [4][9]. Group 3: Leadership and Governance - The conference stressed the need for comprehensive party leadership in financial work, integrating party-building with business planning and execution, and refining the mechanisms for party leadership in financial governance [5][10]. - There is a commitment to fostering a positive political environment and ensuring the development of a high-quality, professional financial workforce in the capital [5][10].

Core Viewpoint - The announcement of the passing of Shen Xianbing, the founding partner of Qilin Investment, highlights the impact of leadership changes in the private equity sector, particularly in quantitative investment firms [1][2]. Group 1: Company Overview - Qilin Investment was founded in 2015 by Shen Xianbing, Wang Hongyong, and Dong Cheng, focusing on quantitative investment and becoming a representative of the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) system in the private equity sector [2]. - As of October 2025, Qilin Investment manages an asset scale of 150 billion RMB, positioning it as one of the leading quantitative private equity firms in China [2]. Group 2: Leadership and Background - Shen Xianbing, who passed away at the age of 40, graduated from USTC with a degree in physics and had prior experience at companies such as Anhui Keda Xunfei Information Technology Co., Ltd., Shanghai Yiju Information Technology Co., Ltd., and Shanghai Dingjian Communication Technology Co., Ltd. [2]. - Wang Hongyong, the other co-founder, also holds a bachelor's degree in physics from USTC, indicating a strong academic background in the founding team [2].

Patria Investments Ltd., one of the biggest alternative-asset managers in Latin America, acquired Share Student Living, a Brazilian real estate firm that specializes in student housing. https://t.co/XPQVDPXKys ...

近日，广州资产管理有限公司（以下简称"广州资产"）获得大股东越秀资本（000987.SZ）出资约15亿元"补血"。本次增资完成后，广州资产注册资本将由 63.09亿元增至73.60亿元，资本实力进一步提升。 "对广州资产增资，是为了满足广州资产自身经营发展需要，符合公司发展战略。"越秀资本在相关交易的公告中表示，增资后广州资产的经营能力将得到提 升，有望为公司及股东创造更多的投资回报。 事实上，自2022年以来，地方资产管理公司（以下简称"地方AMC"）便持续掀起"增资潮"，注册资本"百亿俱乐部"成员稳步扩容。这一趋势背后，是监管层 持续引导AMC积极参与各类风险化解工作，地方AMC在区域经济金融体系中的地位愈发凸显，而资本实力正是其发挥功能的核心支撑。 数据显示，截至2024年12月31日，广州资产资产规模为564.78亿元，净资产101.02亿元。2024年实现营业总收入9.11亿元，净利润-3.50亿元；2025年前三季 度实现营业总收入3.57亿元，净利润2.24亿元，资本负债率为78.42%。 广州资产是广东省第二家地方AMC，2017年在广州南沙成立，拥有对公批量、对公单户和个贷不良贷款批量转让全 ...

Investment and Partnerships - Chinese businesses have pledged hundreds of millions of pounds in investments in the U.K. during Prime Minister Keir Starmer's visit, leading to significant bilateral business activity [2][3] - Starmer's visit resulted in £2.2 billion ($3 billion) worth of exports and £2.3 billion in market access for British businesses [3] - Pop Mart plans to establish a regional headquarters in London and open 27 new stores across Europe, creating over 150 jobs in the U.K. [8] - Chery Commercial Vehicles intends to set up a regional headquarters in Liverpool, potentially partnering with Jaguar Land Rover [8] - Asymchem is planning a major expansion in the U.K., adding 150 jobs in advanced research and development over the next five years [9] - HiTHIUM has pledged to invest £200 million in the U.K. and create 300 jobs, focusing on energy storage technologies [10] Market Access and E-commerce - The U.K.-China agreement includes promises from Beijing to broaden access for British businesses into the Chinese consumer market [12] - JD.com will assist British brands in selling to Chinese consumers and will launch its online retail platform Joybuy in the U.K. [13] - British companies have reported a deteriorating business environment in China, but a third of respondents plan to increase investments, particularly in operations and partnerships [14][15] Industry-Specific Developments - AstraZeneca announced a $15 billion investment in China to expand local R&D capabilities and increase its workforce [11] - British asset manager Schroders signed a memorandum with CATL to develop battery energy storage systems in Europe [11] - Birmingham Biotech expects around £20 million in sales in China as it scales its operations [16] - Octopus Energy Group plans to form a joint venture with China's PCG Power to trade renewable energy [17]

券商资管行业迎来新一轮高管变动潮，开年以来，已有多家券商资管的高管团队发生变动。 券商中国记者获悉，德邦资管近期完成重要人事调整，原方正资管总经理李正红已正式出任董事长兼总经理职务。就在不久前，华泰证券资管完成高管变动，总经 理江晓阳出任董事长。中泰资管也在近期传出即将换帅传闻。 | 姓名 | 职务 | | --- | --- | | 李正红 | 总经理 | | 徐盼盼 | 高级副总经理 | | 邢 端 | 副总经理 | | 陈凌云 | 首席信息官 | | 姚 鑫 | 合规总监、董事会秘书 | | 池秋林 | 首席风险官 | 随着李正红正式出任德邦资管的董事长、总经理，公司的最新管理团队也正式出炉。德邦资管官网显示，德邦资管高管团队共有6名成员，分别为董事长、总经理 李正红，高级副总经理徐盼盼，副总经理邢端，首席信息官陈凌云，合规总监、董事会秘书姚鑫，首席风险官池秋林。 李正红出任德邦资管董事长、总经理 券商中国记者从德邦资管获悉，原方正资管总经理李正红已正式出任德邦资管董事长、总经理。 公开资料显示，李正红为资管行业老将，拥有超过20年的金融从业经验，在保险资管、券商资管等领域积累了深厚的投资管理与机构运营 ...

Core Viewpoint - The Blue Owl Capital Inc. is facing a class action lawsuit due to alleged violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, with claims of undisclosed liquidity issues and significant pressure on its asset base from BDC redemptions during the specified class period [1][3]. Group 1: Class Action Lawsuit Details - The class action lawsuit is titled Goldman v. Blue Owl Capital Inc., and it allows purchasers of Blue Owl securities between February 6, 2025, and November 16, 2025, to seek appointment as lead plaintiff by February 2, 2026 [1]. - Allegations include that Blue Owl did not disclose meaningful pressure on its asset base from BDC redemptions, leading to undisclosed liquidity issues and potential limitations on redemptions of certain BDCs [3]. Group 2: Financial Performance and Market Reaction - On October 30, 2025, Blue Owl reported third-quarter financial results with fee-related earnings of $376.2 million, missing consensus estimates, and performance revenue falling 33% year over year to $188,000, which led to a decline in stock price [4]. - Following the announcement of a merger agreement on November 5, 2025, between Blue Owl's direct lending businesses, the stock price fell nearly 5% due to concerns over liquidity and redemption limitations [5]. - An article published on November 16, 2025, indicated that OBDC II shareholders could face a 20% reduction in investment value due to the merger, resulting in a nearly 6% drop in Blue Owl's stock price [6].