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Why bother with A-shares if you own BATs and offshore Chinese stocks?
insightWhy bother with A-shares if you own BATs and offshore Chinese stocks?

A-shares are a deeper, broader, cheaper and less correlated market than offshore Chinese equities. Investors should review their portfolios given the benefits of A-shares to overall asset allocation.

Sep 28, 2017

Are A-share small caps liquid enough for a beta approach?
insightAre A-share small caps liquid enough for a beta approach?

Size works in A-shares, but for this article we'll put that aside and focus on implementation feasibility.

Aug 01, 2017

China governance - should you take the plunge?
insightChina governance - should you take the plunge?

Without any screening or selection, solely investing in all SOEs or the largest market cap SOEs may not be optimal strategies. What is important for investors is how to capture the current contributors and engines for future growth of China economy regardless whether the underlying stocks are SOEs or non-SOEs.

Jul 04, 2017

China is in! Sort of. Why you can't wait or think only active vs. passive?
insightChina is in! Sort of. Why you can't wait or think only active vs. passive?

A quick review of what MSCI did and didn't do, its impact, why it matters and how investors should approach China going forward.

Jun 23, 2017

Average human tendencies are precisely the wrong thing to do!
insightAverage human tendencies are precisely the wrong thing to do!

Our advisor, Dr. Jason Hsu, recently did a podcast with Meb Faber (co-founder and CIO of Cambria Investment Management) on China opportunities, investors' preference for complexity over simplicity, and key takeaways for investors implementing smart beta strategies in China.

Jun 08, 2017

Not all China exposures are created equal
insightNot all China exposures are created equal

This morning Bloomberg ran a story about LeEco, a Chinese technology conglomerate that has been growing rapidly until recently.

May 24, 2017

It's relatively easy to beat the market (or, why not all smart betas are created equal)!
insightIt's relatively easy to beat the market (or, why not all smart betas are created equal)!

Are all smart beta products smart? This is a question I've asked a few times over the last few years but always got a "nuanced" answer depending on the product being marketed.

May 15, 2017

Can you trust the numbers in China?
insightCan you trust the numbers in China?

Can you trust the numbers reported by all Chinese listed corporations? Absolutely not. But that doesn't mean smart beta can't generate alpha. With help from our friends at Rayliant, we dive into a factor metric that allows us to deprioritize earnings manipulators and to generate alpha from their efforts.

Jan 17, 2017

Chart Of the Week

EM ASEAN equities are set to catch up
  • Alex Chu

    Alex Chu

Emerging ASEAN equities have underperformed compared to other emerging markets, but they have the potential to catch up due to improved US tariff rates, increased foreign investment, and more relaxed monetary policies. Vietnam was among the first to secure a trade deal with the US, establishing a reciprocal tariff of 20%. Since the announcement, Vietnamese equities have rallied, outperforming the emerging market index. Similarly, Indonesia and the Philippines have both secured 19% tariff deals in later stages, with Indonesia already showing market improvements and the Philippines expected to follow suit. Thailand is actively negotiating with US trade officials to reduce its current 36% tariff, with potential progress expected before the August 1 deadline. If other emerging ASEAN markets follow Vietnam’s lead, the overall equities index could recover the 17% year-to-date underperformance. Foreign investors are pouring into the region, with Vietnam experiencing a surge in inflows. Thailand’s equities market is also attracting foreign interest, driven by improved sentiment ahead of the central bank governor nomination, who supports more relaxed policies. Amid lower tariff uncertainties and a weaker USD, ASEAN central banks are focusing on growth risks, with room to lower interest rates to support the economy. Recently, Bank Indonesia surprising many economists with a 25 bps policy rate cut. With lower tariffs, returning foreign investors, and eased local policies, Emerging ASEAN equities could gain momentum. To capitalize on these shifts, investors can consider our Premia Dow Jones Emerging ASEAN Titans 100 ETF, offering strategic exposure to the region’s growth dynamics. Additionally, the ETF has announced a record dividend payout of USD 0.43, yielding 4.8%, reflecting consistent dividend improvements from the underlying and providing investors with extra protection.

Jul 28, 2025

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