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9:30

King Dollar Has Abdicated

Market Watch ·

2022/12/08

With US interest rates peaking in 2023, it looks like the era of the king dollar is over. So then what is the investment strategy to adopt for 2023? Peter Esho, Co-Founder of Wealthi, a property investment platform, gives us his outlook and whether it is time for value to shine.Image credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:01

Have Malaysian Banks Lost Their Shine?

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2022/12/07

The Banking sector has been one of the outperformers and more resilient sectors on Bursa Malaysia this year as the KL Finance Index is up 6.8% versus broader FBMKLCI decline of 6%. This has been lifted by a series of cumulative OPR hikes resulting in better Net Interest Margins and in turn Return on Equity However, competition in the banking space is also getting more intense especially in CASA. With the pace of rate hikes likely tapering off, will banks lose their shine as investors shift to other

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11:56

The Powell Recession Is Here

Market Watch ·

2022/12/07

The spread between the 2 year and 10 year US treasuries have widened with markets saying that a Powell recession is here. We speak to Tony Nash, CEO of Complete Intelligence as to whether he agrees. We also ask him if the recent aggressive job cuts by the tech and now finance sector will be part of the Federal Reserve's decision making process at the next FOMC meeting.Image credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:13

Rate Pause For Some Central Banks

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2022/12/06

Australia’s RBA decided to raise rates by 25 basis points with analysts saying that this will be the last hike in this cycle. Other Asian central banks are expected to be less hawkish. Carlos Casanova, Senior Economist at UBP tells us why they can afford to take a different path compared to the Fed.Image credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:34

Will The Bond Market Rise From The Ashes?

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2022/12/05

There are signs that point to inflation peaking globally and reaching a point of stability. This may see the bond market finally see some reprieve in 2023 and drive interest in the asset class. With the US Dollar likely to have peaked, will emerging market bonds outperform developed market bonds? For answers, we speak to Dr. Ray Choy, Head of Economics & Research at Opus Asset Management.Image credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:40

Time To Be Overweight On China & HK Equities?

Market Watch ·

2022/12/05

China and HK Equities had a strong November where the Hang Seng Index rose by 25% after a steep correction post the China Party Congress Meeting. With Xi's government already signalling to a gradual opening of the economy, favourable monetary policy and a low interest rate environment, is it time to be bullish on China/HK Equities? For answers, we speak to Lee Kian Soon, CEO, Astral Asset Management.Image credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:34

Time To Be Less Pessimistic

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2022/12/04

The FBM KLCI's performance in November was pretty stellar, rising by nearly 4% for the month. The recently concluded results season was pretty mixed. Among the large cap sectors, banks' earnings clearly delivered stronger profits lifted by the series of OPR rate hikes this year. Now that a cabinet is in place, the direction of the market in December and moving in 2023 will also hinge on the tabling of a new Budget, addressing of subsidies and other fiscal reforms. How should investors be thinking

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11:18

China Reopening, Good News For Asian Markets

Market Watch ·

2022/12/04

Over the weekend, there was a raft of relaxation measures announced in China over its Covid policies. What does this mean for Asian markets and the economy? Kingsley Jones, Chief Investment Officer at Jevons Global tells us whilst giving us the potential winners of this news.Image credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:51

Were Powell's Comments Misinterpreted?

Market Watch ·

2022/12/01

Tim Mulholland, President, TJM Limited shares with us his perspective on the recent comments by Jerome Powell and whether a global recession in 2023 is inevitable.Image credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:28

Be Moderately Optimistic, Says The Fed

Market Watch ·

2022/11/30

Markets rallied on the back of Fed Chair Jerome Powell's comments but we ask Vishnu Varathan, Head of Economics & Strategy, Mizuho Bank if the end of rate hikes is indeed near. We also then ask if this will be followed by the demise of King Dollar as it has been seeing weakness in the last few months.Image credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:59

Big And Boring Is What Makes Money

Market Watch ·

2022/11/29

With markets taking a breather as all eyes will be on Jerome Powell's speech later today, we ask Jack Kouzi, Director for Strategy at VFS Group on the ideal asset allocation strategy. We also dive into the Chinese equity markets and what will be driving performance, or lack of it.Image credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:00

Are US Equities A Beneficiary Of China's Unrest?

Market Watch ·

2022/11/28

The rising protests against Covid restrictions in China caused Chinese and Hong Kong stocks to plummet. How are global financial markets likely to react to these events given China is still one of the largest economies in the world. Will this see more inflows to US Equities? We speak to Joe Quinlan, Chief Market Strategist, US Trust-BOA Private Wealth Management.Image credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:54

Will PH2.0 Government Be Better For Markets?

Market Watch ·

2022/11/24

The market responded positively with the recent formation of a new federal government starring PH-BN that is led by Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, with the FBM KLCI rallying by more than 4% at breaking the 1500 psychological barrier yesterday. Even so, there is much to do for the new Prime Minister and government, with among their priorities including appointing a fully functioning cabinet and tabling a new budget. This would certainly be closely watched by investors, which also raises questions: are

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12:19

Singapore Stands Out In These Choppy Waters

Market Watch ·

2022/11/24

A global recession might be on the horizon but is Singapore a safe haven market? Paul Chew, Head of Research, Phillip Securities, a member of Phillip Capital explores this perspective and what should be the top picks for that very open economy.Image credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:33

Softer Fed Tone But Don't Get Too Excited

Market Watch ·

2022/11/23

The released Fed minutes show that most officials are backing a slower pace of interest rate hikes. Markets reacted positively but this is false optimism as the terminal Fed Funds Rate may eventually be higher. The 3Q reporting in the US is also coming to a close and 75% of corporates experienced downgrade in earnings. Have the cut in earnings by analysts been adequate or will there be further downside, with 2023 outlook still uncertain? For answers, we speak to Tony Nash, CEO, Complete

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10:26

What's Next For The China Economy?

Market Watch ·

2022/11/22

The Chinese government has been instituting policies to revive the economy with the property market being the first beneficiary. Now, Chinese banks were told to step up credit support for the economy, including expanding medium to long-term loans to support infrastructure investments. Will this only be a short term measure to stem the likely growth in the economy with still lockdowns happening in China? For insights we speak to Carlos Casanova, Senior Economist, UBP.Image credit: ShutterstockSee

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9:11

Asia Remains The Bright Spot

Market Watch ·

2022/11/21

2022 has been one of the worst years for both equity and bond markets, with the MSCI World Index down 18% year-to-date. Patrick Chang, Chief Investment Officer, Equities at Principal Southeast Asia tells us if 2023 will be a better year and what should be the ideal asset allocation as markets will still be volatile.This Market Outlook is brought to you by Principal Asset Management.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:34

Markets Look To The Fed For Direction

Market Watch ·

2022/11/21

US markets are headed for a shorter trading week due to the Thanksgiving holidays, with major indices locked in a trading range. But what are the data points we should pay attention to for direction? Joe Quinlan, Chief Market Strategist at US Trust-BOA Private Wealth Management answers that question whilst weighing in on his expectations of the retail sector on the back of Black Friday sales.Image credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:23

Fundamentals Will Prevail....Eventually

Market Watch ·

2022/11/20

The outlook for the FBM KLCI is looking uncertain. But there will be more clarity once a new government is formed when leaders meet the YDPA. In a possible PN led government, the differentiating factor is PAS which has the largest number of seats in parliament at 49. How will this be viewed by investors in terms of policy making and representation in various Ministries? For insights, we speak to Alexander Chia, Regional Head of Research, RHB Investment Bank.Image credit: ShutterstockSee

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11:00

In A Recession, There Are Bright Spots

Market Watch ·

2022/11/20

With a global recession on the cards, what is the optimum geographical and asset allocation? Kingsley Jones, Chief Investment Officer, Jevons Global points us in the right direction that includes non-USD assets and sectors like luxury goods and certain metals.Image credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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