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Daniel discusses his observations on the drivers of Gold, and what it means for investors.Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered Bank For more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Daniel talks about how the Chinese policymakers are adding supply side reforms, and combining with existing demand stimulus, in order to boost PPI and inflation.Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered Bank For more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Daniel discusses the significance of the latest non-farm payroll data, and what it means to investors' portfolios. Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered Bank For more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Manpreet speaks to Fook Hien about the opportunities arising from the US Dollar rebound, what to make of US trade deals achieved so far and what they mean for US inflation and Fed policy.Find out more from our latest Weekly Market View report here. Speakers: - Manpreet Gill, CIO of Africa, Middle East & Europe (AME/E) and Head of Fixed Income, Currency and Commodities (FICC) Strategy, Standard Chartered Bank - Fook Hien Yap, Senior Investment Strategist, Standard Chartered Bank
Daniel talks about the FOMC meeting, its implications, and the risk of the hawkish tilt.Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered BankFor more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Daniel discusses the positioning across global equities, and the key technical levels to watch out for in the S&P 500.Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered BankFor more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Daniel discusses the latest Tokyo CPI figure, the US-Japan trade deal and the likely increase in fiscal policy, can lead to a more hawkish Bank of Japan at the meeting this week.Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered BankFor more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Daniel discusses what are the key signposts to watch out for that may dampen the current rally in US equities.Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered BankFor more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Fook Hien Yap discusses with Ray Heung the reasons for expecting near-term consolidation in equities while maintaining a longer-term bullish outlook. They also cover our bond recommendations and share their views on the USD and gold.Find out more from our latest Global Market Outlook report here.Speakers:- Fook Hien Yap, Senior Investment Strategist, Standard Chartered Bank- Ray Heung, Senior Investment Strategist, Standard Chartered Bank
This week, Steve talks about the theory behind the benefits of diversification and 3 different ways to achieve it. Please find the link to the latest Global Market Outlook here where you can find our asset allocation models for investors with different risk profiles.Speaker:- Steve Brice, Global Chief Investment Officer, Standard Chartered Bank
Daniel discusses the Japan-US trade deal, how the market reaction suggests that it trumped over the uncertain sentiment from the election results, and the implications for Japanese assets.Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered Bank For more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Daniel talks about the relative calmness on the tariff front in China compared to other economies, and the implications of Politburo meeting expected this monthSpeaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered Bank For more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Daniel discusses the results of the Japan upper house election and its implications for investors. Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered Bank For more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Daniel talks about the effects of inflation in US data, and what it means for investorsSpeaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered Bank For more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Rajat discusses with Ray the ongoing consolidation in risk assets, the implications of the US inflation report, and the potential impact of the upcoming Japan upper house election. They conclude with a deep dive into the Q2 2025 earnings of US banks. Find out more from our latest Weekly Market View report here. Speakers:- Rajat Bhattacharya, Senior Investment Strategist, Standard Chartered Bank - Ray Heung, Senior Investment Strategist, Standard Chartered Bank
Daniel talks about the key factors that can help swing sentiment towards US equities, and how investors should be positioning themselves. Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered Bank For more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Daniel discusses the influence of tariff on the latest US CPI inflation figure, the reaction from risky assets, and what investors should be watching out for. Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered Bank For more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Daniel looks into the reasons behind rising yields, in what can be a key source of volatility in H2'25.Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered BankFor more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
In this episode, Steve talks to Manpreet about gold, its history during inflationary times and what role it can play in investment portfolios. Read our full report to find out more:https://av.sc.com/corp-en/nr/content/docs/wm-thematic-report-gold-market-dynamics-analysing-the-safe-haven-14-july-2025.pdfSpeakers: - Steve Brice, Global Chief Investment Officer, Standard Chartered Bank
Daniel dives into the upcoming US Q2'25 earnings season, what we are expecting and the sectors investors should be focusing upon.Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered BankFor more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-th
Raymond discusses with Ray how investors should position themselves in view of a market consolidation. They also share their views on upcoming key datapoints, including US inflation, trade negotiation and Q2 2025 corporate earnings.Find out more from our latest Weekly Market View report here.Speakers:- Raymond Cheng, Chief Investment Officer, Standard Chartered Bank- Ray Heung, Senior Investment Strategist, Standard Chartered Bank
Daniel concludes the series with thoughts on the implications of tariffs, and where investors can look for opportunities. Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered Bank For more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Daniel looks back in history, on instances of supply chain disruption in the semiconductor space, what are the current risks, and how US is trying to use tariff to secure this supply chain. Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered Bank For more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Daniel discusses the strategical importance of semiconductors, and looks at the fragmentation of the supply chain. Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered Bank For more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Daniel talks about the sharp change in narratives this year for US equities, and why investors should be trimming into strength and rotating into equities from other regions. Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered BankFor more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Manpreet speaks to Audrey about how to position ahead of the expiry of Trump's tariff pause. We would use any near-term rebound in the US dollar to rebalance into non-US equities and Emerging Market local currency bonds.Find out more from our latest Weekly Market View report here.Speakers:- Manpreet Gill, CIO of Africa, Middle East & Europe (AME/E) and Head of Fixed Income, Currency and Commodities (FICC) Strategy, Standard Chartered Bank- Audrey Goh, Head of Asset Allocation, Standard Chartered Bank
Daniel discusses the current environment for inflation, how it compares to the end ‘21 and H2 '22 experiences, what it means to the Fed and how investors should be positioning their bond portfolios.Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered BankFor more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Daniel talks about the passing of the US Tax Bill in the Senate, the market reaction and what it means to your portfolio.Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered BankFor more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
‘Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth' is one of my favourite quotes, courtesy of Mike Tyson. We know that our plans will change, and life will throw curve balls at us. The key is to have a savings, insurance and investment plan that takes into account different scenarios, their likelihood and their impact on your finances. In this podcast, I share two examples of life changing situations and how you might think about putting together a plan that can be adapted in response to different outcomes.Speaker:- Steve Brice, Global Chief Investment Officer, Standard Chartered Bank
Daniel discusses the risk and reward in US equities after strong recent gains in the S&P500Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered BankFor more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Daniel looks at Japan equities from the policy standpoint, fund flow, and vis-à-vis US equities.Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered BankFor more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Manpreet discusses with Ray how investors can position themselves to take advantage of potential market volatility as the Trump trade truce expires. They also share their views on the Japanese equities market and conclude with a discussion on oil price and the Canadian dollar amid the risk events in the Middle East.Find out more from our latest Weekly Market View report here.Speakers:Manpreet Gill, CIO of Africa, Middle East & Europe (AME/E) and Head of Fixed Income, Currency and Commodities (FICC) Strategy, Standard Chartered BankRay Heung, Senior Investment Strategist, Standard Chartered Bank
Daniel discusses more specific ideas on the back on “De-Dollarisation”, concentrating upon the currency and bonds asset classes. Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered Bank For more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Daniel talks about the fading effect of the USD as a natural portfolio diversifier, the rise in Gold as a key reserve option, and how investors should be re-positioning their portfolios.Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered BankFor more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Daniel discusses the data, trade fragmentation and the structural risks in the US from a USD perspective. Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered Bank For more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube
Daniel discusses the escalation of geopolitical risks over the weekend, and what lies ahead. Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered Bank For more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Ray discusses with Manpreet the investment theme for 2H 2025: a weaker USD. They explore specific segments in equities and bonds that are likely to benefit from this trend. The discussion ends with strategies for hedging and mitigating risks amid renewed geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Read our report to find out more https://av.sc.com/corp-en/nr/content/docs/wm-global-market-outlook-positioning-for-a-weak-dollar-20-june-2025.pdf Speakers: - Ray Heung, Senior Investment Strategist, Standard Chartered Bank - Manpreet Gill, CIO of Africa, Middle East & Europe (AME/E) and Head of Fixed Income, Currency and Commodities (FICC) Strategy, Standard Chartered Bank
Daniel talks about the latest FOMC meeting and its implications on asset classes. Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered Bank For more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Daniel talks how political change in Korea is likely to act a strong catalyst to narrow the “Korean discount” in the country's equity market.Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered BankFor more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Daniel discusses the geopolitical influence on oil prices, and what that means in the broader portfolio context. Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered Bank For more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Daniel talks about yet another looming US debt ceiling limit, why there are new twists this time, and how it feeds into the outlook for US government bonds Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered BankFor more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Ray speaks to Rajat about the key takeaways from financial markets in the first half of 2025, looking deeper into European equities and also discuss potential impact on oil prices after the latest tension in the Middle East.Read our latest Weekly Market View here. Speakers- Ray Heung, Senior Investment Strategist, Standard Chartered Bank- Rajat Bhattacharya, Senior Investment Strategist, Standard Chartered BankFor more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Daniel discusses that latest US CPI figure, the building of the narrative of Fed rate cut, and the re-kindling of interests in bonds.Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered BankFor more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Daniel talks about what investors can do to help mitigate the risk of USD weaknessSpeaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered BankFor more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Daniel discusses the fading case for further EU equities outperformance, and the likely rotation into the US.Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered BankFor more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Daniel discusses the solid non-farm payroll print, the relatively-low positioning in US equities, and key levels in S&P 500 index. Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered Bank For more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Steve explores the unavoidable aspects of investing: cost and taxes. The discussion focuses on how investors should be aware of and plan for these two key factors to make better-informed investment decisions. Speaker: - Steve Brice, Global Chief Investment Officer, Standard Chartered Bank
Ray discusses with Fook Hien the investment implications of recent US economic data and the "One Big and Beautiful Bill." They also examine the impact of rising long-dated Japanese government bond yields on Japanese insurers, the effects of a key Hong Kong developer deferring payment on its perpetual bonds, and conclude with a comment on the Euro.Read our latest Weekly Market View here. Speakers- Ray Heung, Senior Investment Strategist, Standard Chartered Bank- Fook Hien Yap, Senior Investment Strategist, Standard Chartered BankFor more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Impact investing isn't just a trend – it's a fundamental shift in how one approaches long-term investing, an approach that focuses on resilience and responsibility. Join Steve and Eugenia Koh, Standard Chartered's Global Head of Sustainable Investing, as they discuss core characteristics of these investments that set them apart from conventional ones. Speakers:- Steve Brice, Global Chief Investment Officer, Standard Chartered Bank- Eugenia Koh, Global Head of Sustainable Investing, Standard Chartered BankRead our full report to find out more https://av.sc.com/corp-en/nr/content/docs/wm-thematic-report-impact-investing-profit-with-purpose-05-june-2025.pdf
Daniel talks about the USD's increasing pro-cyclicality, and the JPY's rising role in safe-haven demand.Speaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered BankFor more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.
Daniel discusses TACO, what Trump is facing in reducing the US budget deficit, and the opportunities in long-dated US TreasuriesSpeaker: - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered BankFor more of our latest market insights, visit Market views on-the-go or subscribe to Standard Chartered Wealth Insights on YouTube.