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HONG KONG, Nov 12, 2015 - (ACN Newswire) - China Everbright Limited ("CEL", stock code: 165.HK) held the Everbright Investment Conference 2015 today in Chongqing. The conference was attended by more than 300 experts and industry professionals. Under the theme "New Normal.New Equilibrium", the annual conference presented an opportunity to share CEL's unique insights in different areas of financial expertise, with prominent scholars and industry leaders gathering to explore new perspectives and angles on investing in China and abroad under China's new normal economy.
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Delivering the welcoming remarks and opening speech at the conference, Mr Chen Shuang, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of CEL, talked about the emergence of a new economic model in China where the persistently high returns seen in the past are no longer sustainable and enterprises continuing to rely on old business models will see weakening profitability that translates into lower average investment returns. Under the new economic model, a single product can no longer satisfy the required rate of return sought by investors and the asset management industry will be held in higher esteem, with a growing shift of assets from individuals to the hands of asset managers. For professional asset management institutions, what matters more are comprehensive capabilities in terms of diversified asset allocations, active asset management and enhancement, cross-border asset management, and risk control. The evolving trend will reshape the competitive landscape of the entire asset management industry while providing a spate of new opportunities for this profession.
Mr Chen added, "The year 2015 has witnessed the healthy growth of CEL despite the relatively complex external conditions. CEL's results have demonstrated strong growth as we have further driven the rapid diversification of our cross-border asset management business through an overall improvement of our management structure. Our exceptional performance in risk management, external investment and asset allocations is reflected in quality projects such as China Aircraft Leasing, IMIX Park in Chongqing, and overseas bond products in the secondary market. The selection of Chongqing as the venue for this year's conference evidences our wish to share our achievement in real estate asset management in Chongqing."
In 2014, CEL took up a stake in Ying Li International Real Estate Limited, a premium property developer in Chongqing, and became its second-largest strategic shareholder. The investment has broken fresh ground for CEL in developing high-end property projects on prime sites in Chongqing and enabled it to further strengthen its asset management platform and real estate asset management products. Through this partnership between two strong players, Ying Li's commercial properties have been consolidated to become the IMIX Park brand, a core commercial entity managed by CEL's EBA Investments. In particular, the Guanyinqiao IMIX Park project has evolved as a core product in EBA Investments' commercial asset management portfolio and a widely acclaimed ground-breaking project in the southwestern region of China.
At the conference, Mr. Wang Yi, Deputy Secretary-General of Chongqing Municipal Government; Dr. Ma Jun, Chief Economist, Research Bureau of The People's Bank of China; Mr. Wang Zhongmin, Vice-Chairman of The National Council for Social Security Fund and Mr. Liu Jun, Deputy General Manager of China Everbright Group Limited delivered their keynote speeches, respectively. Mr. Wang Yi said Chongqing's economic development this year is among the fastest nationwide, and strategic policies such as the "One Belt, One Road" or "Maritime Silk Road" will provide more opportunities for the economy of Chongqing. China Everbright's investment in Chongqing will contribute to a win-win relationship, he added. Dr. Ma Jun spoke about the development of a green finance system in China, stressing the pressing need for a shift from the old "polluted economy", that is an "extensive economy", to a green economy. Mr. Wang Zhongmin then shared his views on China's "new economy" and the current state of the alternative investments market, with reference to the business opportunities from the country's "Singles day" on November 11 and "helping the elderly" insurance. The existing imbalance in supply and demand for pension funds is a starting point for a "new balance", he said. In addition, Mr. Liu Jun, delivered a speech on the relationship between finance and the real economy. He pointed out that as the dividing line between real economy and virtual economy becomes less distinct, it is more and more important to achieve mutual integration and complementary goals between financial services and the real economy.
In addition, Mr. Chen Shuang was joined by Mr. Pu Yonghao, Founding Partner & Chief Investment Officer of Fountainhead Partners, and Mr. Joseph Chen, Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Renren Incorporation for a panel discussion of new investment opportunities in the current macroeconomic situation.
After the conference, Mr Liu Jun, Mr Chen Shuang and other guests were also greeted by Mr Huang Qifan, the Mayor of Chongqing, where they have discussed about issues of common concern and attention. Furthermore, there were several parallel tracks at the conference focus on primary market, secondary market, property fund, cross-border asset management and Israel M&A fund, discussing new opportunities and challenges under China's New Normal.
As an important annual event for CEL, the conference is a high level forum for senior executives in the asset management industry and has a significant brand impact. It is also a key platform for communication among industry professionals. It accords investors a glimpse into the insights on development trends and opportunities of cross-border asset management. Professional views and analyses are presented on how Chinese and overseas investors can capitalise on opportunities brought about by China's strategic initiatives and what mainland companies and investors can do to pursue overseas expansion and investment opportunities.
Mr. Chen said, "In the new economic environment, CEL will stay close to market demand by leveraging its capabilities and strengths. Looking ahead, we will continue to generate stable returns for investors and Chinese enterprises with cross-border asset management as our core business, while setting our sights on the world to meet clients' demand for cross-border investment and support the rapid growth of the industry."
Contact:
Golin (Hong Kong)
Annie Leung
Tel: 852.2501.7918
E-mail: aleung@golin.com
Golin (Beijing)
Joicey Gao
Tel: 010.8569.9884
E-mail: jgao@golin.com
Topic: Press release summary
Source: China Everbright Ltd
Sectors: Daily Finance, Daily News
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