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Pimco iPad app – proactive information delivery

As I wrote recently in my post on “content, speed & style of the message”, I guess once Pimco saw that parent Allianz delivered the annual report in a stylish iPad app, the firm had to follow suit and show … Continue reading

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Hong Kong throws the gauntlet at London and New York.

We have observed the metatrend “west-to-east” for a while – US and European firms targeting business growth across Asia and other emerging markets, both from an investment and distribution standpoint. We also have observed that, post-crisis, the latter markets are … Continue reading

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iPad marketing lessons, brand and communication

Whether Steve Jobs again turns an industry upside down with the iPad remains to be seen, but he clearly showcased management leadership and basic marketing lessons today at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (side note – interesting choice of … Continue reading

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The Decade in Asset Management

Not exactly a relaxed decade for the world – a very partial alphabetical list includes: Abu Ghraib, American Idol, Anthrax, Arthur Anderson (see Enron, see Tiger), Bear Stearns, Blackout in NY, Bali bombs, Bernie Ebbers, Burma cyclone, Bush (43), China earthquake, Color-coded … Continue reading

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Global metatrends in the asset management industry – vlog

I just flew into Zurich from the Middle East from and for speaking engagements at industry conferences and management board offsites. The most meaningful observations for the industry going forward are meta-trends that will fundamentally change how companies take advantage … Continue reading

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GLG DUMPS MONDAY MORNING MEETINGS FOR MOBILE TECH

GLG Partners has begun adopting mobile technology in an effort to improve communications among its managers – a move it believes will help drive the firm’s investment performance. The UK-based manager, which acquired Societe Generale’s UK asset management business (SGAM) … Continue reading

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back to the future… INVEST IN TWITTER NOW, MANAGERS TOLD

Already talked about this in 2009 – didn’t even remember it… (October 2, 2009) Asset managers are being urged to build up their social media presence sooner rather than later. Experts believe investors will favour those firms that can demonstrate … Continue reading

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