March 9, 2026 — First Plus Asset Management has been awarded “Best Fund Launch” at the Insights and Mandate (I&M) Professional Investment Awards 2026 for its flagship fixed income strategy, the Asia Structured Opportunities Fund II (the “Fund”). The firm was also the only winner in the regional fixed income category.

Now in its ninth year, the I&M Professional Investment Awards attracted 73 firms across multiple categories. Winners represent leading asset managers and institutions across the investment industry. The recognition highlights First Plus Asset Management’s leadership in Asia-Pacific securitized investments and reflects strong industry endorsement of its expertise and capabilities.

The award-winning Asia Structured Opportunities Fund is one of First Plus’s flagship offerings. It focuses on high-quality asset-backed securities in developed markets across the Asia-Pacific region. The strategy has delivered stable performance over the long term and across market cycles, underscoring First Plus’s investment capabilities and depth of experience in securitized assets.

Since inception, this fund has attracted strong interest from institutional and ultra-high-net-worth investors and is currently available through major distribution channels. Compared with traditional corporate and government bonds, asset-backed securities(ABS) provide portfolio diversification benefits, lower correlation with broader markets, and attractive risk-adjusted returns, making them a necessary allocation tool for professional investors.