Spotlight on China

Date:

1 June 2021 12:00 to 15:00

Venue:

Virtual Forum Seminar

Chairperson:

Henrik Olejasz Larsen, Chief Investment Officer, Sampension A/S

Details:

Session 1 – Geopolitical Risks: China’s Relationship with US and Europe – Implications for Portfolios

With the ongoing trade war between US and China, we will discuss the geopolitical ramifications, especially with the Biden Administration.
Understand the economic impact and what this means for global markets including macro factors such as inflation and interest rates.
What is Europe’s role – does it stay connected to China/EU agreements with China? What does this mean for European investors?
Consider the key areas of concerns and how you should evaluate exposure to technology in your portfolios?
Review the role should China play in your portfolio, how safe are your investments and how can you analyse the risks and rewards?

Session 2 – Focus on Investing in China – A Look at Equities, other Asset Classes & ESG Issues

Should schemes have a targeted asset allocation strategy of investing in China today and, if so, should this be strategic or tactical?
We will review the key risks and opportunities for investing in China across asset classes such as equities and fixed income.
Many schemes remain under-invested (to China) relative to benchmark allocation, but is that a conscious strategy and what is an appropriate benchmark for China?
Identify the broader ESG considerations of investing in China
Should investing in China be done actively or passively?
Is an investment in a developed market company with a lot of business in China a safer way to get Chinese exposure?