First State Investments is a specialist asset management business focused on developing and managing innovative investment products which seek to outperform our clients’ objectives.
We offer a range of product structures across categories including Asia Pacific and global emerging markets, global resources and global equities, property securities and infrastructure.
First State forms part of the consolidated asset management business of the Commonwealth Bank of Australia, managing £81.5 billion* on behalf of investors worldwide. This association gives us the strength of capital required to bring innovative products to market.
Our investment teams are structured so managers and analysts are given a strong sense of portfolio ownership by way of team-focused incentives. We believe this promotes commitment and intellectual engagement, aligning our interests and success with those of our clients.
We manage segregated mandates for clients globally and have pooled funds registered in the following countries: UK, Ireland, Germany, Austria, France, Italy, Sweden, Switzerland, Singapore, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Macau, Australia and New Zealand. You can browse this site to find out more about the products we offer in the UK and Europe. Clients domiciled in Australia or Asia should visit our respective websites.
*as at 30 June 2010
