Conviction in Our Vision. Performance That Defies Gravity.
Conviction drives our ambition and fuels the trust we build with our clients. Your unwavering confidence in our team inspires us to excel in all our endeavours. Our trio of achievements at the Employee Provident Fund Awards (EPF), along with being recognised for the fifth year as the Best ESG Manager – Malaysia by Asia Asset Management, signify a collaborative journey rooted in discipline, teamwork, and a clear vision.
Together, we are not just reaching for the stars; we are redefining what’s possible in the world of investments, with your goals and aspirations at the forefront of our mission.
What’s driving our winning ways?
Best Global Bond Fund Manager 2024 (second consecutive win)
Traditional long-only fixed income strategies face pressure from benchmarks. Our unconstrained approach prioritises strategic risk-taking and market allocations that reward investors. If we don’t believe in an asset class, we won’t invest in it, or even short it.
James McAlevey,
Head of Global Aggregate and Absolute Return
Best Equity ROI* 2024
Instead of focusing on allocation, our investment philosophy emphasises strong stock selection, aiming to identify quality companies with rising momentum. By leveraging our Global Equity team and the Fundamental Active Equities organisation, we aim to consistently achieve ROI targets and secure long-term success for our clients.
Maria Luz Diaz Blanco, CFA
Senior Portfolio Manager, Global, Specialist and Thematic Equity Investment Team
Best Domestic Equity Fund Manager (Shariah) 2024
This achievement showcases our dedication to overcoming the unique challenges of Shariah-compliant investing. We utilise our deep understanding of the market and its subtleties to identify high-quality investments, even within a more limited selection, to adapt to market volatility while remaining true to our clients’ values.
Ernest Chew,
Head of ASEAN Equities, Malaysia & Team ESG Champion
All the right stuff
Our award-winning teams excel at adapting quickly while staying focused on clients’ long-term goals. We illustrate how our Portfolio Managers and their teams navigate change, driving growth and creating value for our clients.
In what ways did the team show agility and resilience when navigating the portfolio through challenges?
Beyond the forecast
Beyond the forecast
“By evaluating multiple economic and market outcomes and planning for the unexpected, we have been able to manage the portfolio through some very extreme market conditions. Such preparedness leads to more consistent and less emotional decision-making when markets are volatile and investor sentiment and confidence are fragile.”
James McAlevey, Head of Global Aggregate and Absolute Return
Discipline in investing
Discipline in investing
“Throughout various market cycles—from the dot-com bubble to the Global Financial Crisis—we have remained committed to our robust investment process. As bottom-up stock pickers, we concentrate on company fundamentals and specific risks, reducing sector exposure to prevent unintended macro bets. This disciplined approach has consistently helped us produce strong risk-adjusted returns.”
Maria Luz Diaz Blanco, CFA, Senior Portfolio Manager, Global, Specialist and Thematic Equity Investment Team
Conviction that lasts
Conviction that lasts
“We remained resilient, trusting our long-term themes instead of reacting to short-term fluctuations. Our team quickly reassessed risks as conditions changed, adjusting exposures and shifting to stronger balance sheets. This balance allowed us to protect our capital while seizing opportunities when markets stabilised.”
Ernest Chew, Head of ASEAN Equities, Malaysia & Team ESG Champion
Why is this strategy especially relevant and valuable for investors in today’s market environment?
Redefining Fixed Income
Redefining Fixed Income
“As central bank quantitative easing concludes and fiscal deficits increase, the fixed income markets have become more dynamic. This volatility may seem daunting, but it also creates new opportunities for investors. By adopting a flexible and unconstrained approach, we can capitalise on the best risk-reward opportunities while avoiding the higher-risk sectors.”
James McAlevey, Head of Global Aggregate and Absolute Return
Elevating equity strategies
Elevating equity strategies
“Our strategy offers significant value for investors seeking a robust global equities solution. The approach we used illustrates how we achieved reliable returns by actively managing specific stock risks while keeping the tracking error between 2% and 4%.”
Maria Luz Diaz Blanco, CFA, Senior Portfolio Manager, Global, Specialist and Thematic Equity Investment Team
Malaysia equities: Positioned for potential
Malaysia equities: Positioned for potential
“Malaysia continues to stand out within the ASEAN market. Our Malaysia-focused equity strategy offers exposure to an economy undergoing structural reform and sector diversification. Key sectors like financials, technology, and plantations are driving the next phase of growth, positioning Malaysia as an attractive choice for potential steady returns with lower volatility.”
Ernest Chew, Head of ASEAN Equities, Malaysia & Team ESG Champion
Meet the team
Award-winning minds shaping performance and pushing boundaries – driven by insight, innovation, and results.
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James McAlevey
Head of Global Aggregate and Absolute Return
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Maria Luz Diaz Blanco
Lead Portfolio Manager
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Ernest Chew
Head of ASEAN Equities, Malaysia and Team ESG Champion – KL
Awards and accolades
Our success, your trust
For details, including judging methodology, please refer to the official award website. BNP Paribas Asset Management did not pay an entry fee for the award.
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Insights
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*ROI = Return on investment
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