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Market pulse: Steering through the swells of tariffs, tech, and turbulence
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Podcasts

Market pulse: Steering through the swells of tariffs, tech, and turbulence

16 April 2025

The first quarter of 2025 has been a rollercoaster for global markets, from the S&P 500 experiencing sharp declines driven by shifting US tariff policies to fresh positive developments in China’s economy. Kelly Chia, our Head of Investment Strategy, unpacks it all, highlights opportunities, and shares hedging strategies to navigate these uncertain times.

    Market pulse: Chips, trade and the AI race
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    Market pulse: Chips, trade and the AI race

    11 April 2025

    In this episode of Market Pulse, our host, Dawn Leong, is joined by tech analysts, Lim Sae Wai and Eing Kar Mei, to dive into the escalating tech rivalry between US and China against the backdrop of ongoing trade tensions. They unpack the investment implications of this high stakes race, and highlight the areas that we see long-term opportunities.

      2Q 2025 Investment Outlook: Steering through the swells
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      Quarterly Outlook

      2Q 2025 Investment Outlook: Steering through the swells

      9 April 2025

      The US market has had a rocky start to the second quarter, with the S&P 500 hitting a 17% correction as at 7 April 2025. Looking under the hood, there is more than meets the eye.

      Explore our 2Q 2025 Investment Outlook report for in-depth analysis of macro trends, asset class views and strategies to navigate the current investment landscape effectively.

        What to do after the sell-off
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        Market Update

        What to do after the sell-off

        8 April 2025

        The scale and scope of the imposed tariffs exceeded market expectations. Read our advisory report for insights on navigating the aftermath of the sell-off.

          Market spotlight | “Liberation Day” tariffs: What they mean for global markets and your portfolio
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          Market spotlight | “Liberation Day” tariffs: What they mean for global markets and your portfolio

          4 April 2025

          President Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs announcement has sent shockwaves through global markets. In this episode, our host, Dawn Leong, sits down with the Head of Investment Strategy, Kelly Chia, to unpack the bold move, explore the potential ripple effects and discuss what it could mean for your investments.

            Taking stock of Trump’s tariffs
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            Market Update

            Taking stock of Trump’s tariffs

            3 April 2025

            President Trump unveiled sweeping new “Liberation Day” tariffs on 2 April, rattling global markets with a 10% baseline on all US imports and higher reciprocal tariffs on around 60 trading partners with large trade imbalances. Read our full advisory report for insights on the implications and how investors can position their portfolios.

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              Generational Wealth Insights

              Asian wealth management – Succession planning strategies

              Asian wealth management – Succession planning strategies

              14 November 2024

              Angela Koh, Head of Wealth Planning and Family Office Advisory, shares her insights on building lasting family legacies in this podcast interview with The Business Times.

                Harnessing almost 90 years of experience in navigating intergenerational wealth transfer

                Harnessing almost 90 years of experience in navigating intergenerational wealth transfer

                21 August 2024

                Chew Mun Yew, Head of UOB Private Bank, shares his perspective on succession planning in the changing landscape of family wealth management and how UOB Private Bank leverages its strengths to help high-net-worth families achieve generational success.

                  Intergenerational wealth and the great wealth transfer

                  Intergenerational wealth and the great wealth transfer

                  23 August 2023

                  As Asia’s wealthy prepare for the great wealth transfer, learn how thoughtful planning can pave the way for generational success and enduring family legacies.

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