Allianz

Ignis Asset Management has hired Mark Lovett as its CIO for equities from Allianz RCM, where he held a similar position.

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BRAZIL

Carlos de Leon has joined Allianz RCM as a portfolio manager ahead of the launch of its Brazil fund in October.

Pimco's Ketish Pothalingam says increased M&A activity could end this year's sterling bond issuance drought.

CHINA

Allianz RCM is to launch its Brazil fund on 7 October, with commodity extractors and domestic consumption stocks expected to play key roles in the portfolio.

Allianz RCM's has reorganised its sustainability team including appointing a new manager to its EcoTrends fund.

Allianz RCM's CIO of UK equities Mark Lovett has left to join another undisclosed firm.

PIMCO's Mike Amey is orientating his fund towards shorter-dated bonds and cash in the view they provide better reward for the risks associated with the UK economy.