Pacific Capital Advisors Ltd. is a Hong Kong-based
investment company with holdings
in real estate and
securities throughout Asia.
ABOUT USFrom its headquarters in Hong Kong, Pacific Capital Advisors Ltd. manages a proprietary pan-Asian asset portfolio. The firm maintains a network of business and governmental contacts in the Asian region for its fundamental economic research and own deal sourcing activities. The firm’s capability to manage opportunities within the context of local Southeast Asian environments gives it its unique profile. |
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HISTORYThe company was established in Hong Kong in 1976 as Huang Kin Uk Ltd. In its early days it served as a holding company for investments of a Hong Kong business group whose interests included property development, property investment, light industrial manufacturing, textiles, securities brokerage, gold and silver trading, and restaurants. In 1991, the firm was re-branded to focus on Asian securities and real estate investment. |
The company’s investment universe is Asia. While it invests in developed Asian economies, it has a particular focus on emerging and remote markets - going further and deeper into the spectrum of information and opportunities than its peers. Cultural and language differences, developing regulatory regimes, and protectionism can make the investment environment obtuse and obstructive. We create investment success by working with a long-established network of local partners, conducting first-hand political and economic research, and adapting to local practices.
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 Alternative Investments |
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Due to the under-researched nature of emerging markets, our underlying equity portfolio is invested on traditional principals of first-hand fundamental analysis. We actively seek firms with competitive advantages, quality management and earnings, sustainable growth, and value. |
Our core approach to real estate investment is to use moderate leverage in acquiring high-quality commercial, industrial, and agricultural properties capable of carrying themselves through a business cycle on their own cash flow. |
The firm invests in commodities, derivatives, and custom financial contracts when those asset classes present an appropriate fit for implementing our market view. |
Todd Riikonen-Gelinas serves as Pacific Capital’s Managing Partner and CIO. He has worked in Asia at the forefront of the markets since 1987 and has won numerous investment awards. His global experience includes work with Swiss Bank Corporation Investment Banking, Nomura International, and UBS. His academic background includes a BA in Economics and Japanese from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst as well as studies with leading Asian universities. He holds a CFA charter and is a member of the Harvard Business School Association of Hong Kong. He is fluent in Japanese and has a working knowledge of Cantonese, Vietnamese, and Thai. |
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CONTACT USPacific Capital Advisors Ltd.19th Floor, Lee Garden One 33 Hysan Avenue Causeway Bay, Hong Kong contact@pacificapitaladvisors.com |
