Capital Group launches Asia equity fund targeting region's growth opportunities

Includes China A-shares

Capital Group has launched an Asia equity fund targeting growth opportunities in the region over the full market capitalisation spectrum.

The Capital Group Asian Horizon fund will invest in firms with a minimum of two-thirds of net assets based in Asia, excluding Japan and including China A-shares. Capital Group expands Luxembourg range with European Opportunities fund The fund will also be able to invest in firms domiciled outside of the region, provided the company's analysts believe "exposure to Asia will be a key driver of future growth prospects". Julie Dickson, investment director at Capital Group, described the region as a "global economic powerhouse [which is] home to some of the world's most innovative and f...