The acquisition will expand MSIM’s fixed income and ESG capabilities

Francis is editor for Fund Selector Asia, covering the asset and wealth management industry in Asia. He joined Last Word Media in November 2016. Previously, he was a reporter at Ignites Asia, A Financial Times service, also covering the region's asset management industry. He has a Master's degree in journalism from The University of Hong Kong.
The acquisition will expand MSIM’s fixed income and ESG capabilities
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