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An investor’s lens into the renewed Middle East conflict
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Implications of the US Supreme Court’s tariff ruling
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February 2026
In our February report, we cover the following topics:
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- China’s rising leadership in technology
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US Fed has delivered its third 25-basis-point rate cut.
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- The Fed has cut interest rates. What's next?
- Asian central banks reacted early to counter external headwinds
- Lower interest rates boost appeal of dividend-paying stocks
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Fed’s first rate cut in 2025 signals a shift in policy
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Jackson Hole Economic Symposium: Opening the door to interest rate cuts ahead
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Regular financial market insights and analysis to help you make sense of global events, stock and bond movements that may affect your investment journey.
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Fed extends policy pause amid heightened geopolitical tensions
Interest rates remain on hold for now as ongoing global tensions and higher energy prices persist. Explore how this may impact your portfolio in our latest report.
Monthly Investment Insights
March 2026
In our March report, we cover the following topics:
- Seek reliable income generation
- Diverging earnings expectations for 2026
- Unlocking value in Singapore’s equity market
Reports
An investor’s lens into the renewed Middle East conflict
Renewed military conflict in the Middle East represents another geopolitical shock that has implications for regional stability, global energy markets, and global risk sentiment.
Discover what this development means for your portfolio and where opportunities may emerge in the attached report.
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Implications of the US Supreme Court’s tariff ruling
The Supreme Court’s tariff ruling introduces new uncertainty around US trade policy and how markets price that risk. Explore the potential impact on your portfolio positioning, and actionable strategies for investors navigating a shifting policy landscape.
Monthly Investment Insights
February 2026
In our February report, we cover the following topics:
- Seeking income in a changing investment landscape
- China’s rising leadership in technology
- Turning tides in Singapore's stock market
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Fed pauses, but rate cuts still expected this year.
With more rate cuts expected later this year, explore how this may impact your portfolio and unlock opportunities in our latest report.
Market Outlook
1H 2026 Investment Outlook
Navigating Global Divergences: Opportunities Amid Shifts
The global investment landscape is entering a new era marked by uneven growth, technological disruption and policy shifts, creating complex challenges alongside significant opportunities for investors globally.
Discover key trends and strategies to help you navigate and capture opportunities.
Reports
US Fed has delivered its third 25-basis-point rate cut.
Interest rates are trending lower, but economic shifts will set the pace. Explore how this could impact your investments in our latest report.
Monthly Investment Insights
December 2025
In our December report, we cover the following topics:
- 2025 - Year in review
- Ride the AI trend but broaden the focus
- Don’t ignore Asia’s role in the AI cycle
Monthly Investment Insights
November 2025
In our November report, we cover the following topics:
- United States (US) earnings momentum likely to stay robust
- Rising Interest and Opportunity in Chinese Stocks
- Gold’s long-term story remains intact
Reports
The Fed cuts rates but delivers cautious message
Explore how shifting interest rates could impact your investments and discover actionable strategies in our latest report.
Reports
China’s Fourth Plenum: Creating a sustainable engine of growth
China is intensifying existing policies focused on high-quality development, technological self-sufficiency, and domestic consumption—discover what this could mean for markets and your portfolio in our latest report.
Monthly Investment Insights
October 2025
In our October report, we cover the following topics:
- The Fed has cut interest rates. What's next?
- Asian central banks reacted early to counter external headwinds
- Lower interest rates boost appeal of dividend-paying stocks
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Fed’s first rate cut in 2025 signals a shift in policy
With two more rate cuts expected by year-end, explore how this shift could impact your portfolio in our latest report.
Monthly Investment Insights
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In our September report, we cover the following topics:
- Will the Federal Reserve (Fed) come to the rescue?
- Large cap versus small cap stocks?
- Investing in a declining US dollar environment
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Jackson Hole Economic Symposium: Opening the door to interest rate cuts ahead
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Fed extends policy pause amid heightened geopolitical tensions
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An investor’s lens into the renewed Middle East conflict
Renewed military conflict in the Middle East represents another geopolitical shock that has implications for regional stability, global energy markets, and global risk sentiment.
Discover what this development means for your portfolio and where opportunities may emerge in the attached report.
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March 2026
In our March report, we cover the following topics:
- Seek reliable income generation
- Diverging earnings expectations for 2026
- Unlocking value in Singapore’s equity market
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Implications of the US Supreme Court’s tariff ruling
The Supreme Court’s tariff ruling introduces new uncertainty around US trade policy and how markets price that risk. Explore the potential impact on your portfolio positioning, and actionable strategies for investors navigating a shifting policy landscape.
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February 2026
In our February report, we cover the following topics:
- Seeking income in a changing investment landscape
- China’s rising leadership in technology
- Turning tides in Singapore's stock market
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Fed pauses, but rate cuts still expected this year.
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