19 September 2024
The Federal Reserve delivered an outsized 50bp rate cut during the September FOMC and projected another 50bp cut for the rest of the year.
Learn how this impacts investors in our latest advisory report.
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Mid-Year Investment Outlook 2024
Navigating Uncertainties: The Economy, Interest Rates and the US Elections
19 June 2024
Elections, higher-for-longer interest rates and geopolitical tensions loom large in the outlook for the rest of 2024, prompting investors to ponder their potential impact on the financial markets. Gain clarity with expert insights and analysis from UOB Private Bank Chief Investment Office.
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A Dovish Policy Tilt
14 May 2024
From the Fed’s anticipated rate cuts to the broader trend of accommodative monetary policies, tune in to our latest episode of CIO’s Compass where we explore emerging investment opportunities amid global economic shifts.
Market Updates
What the Federal Reserve rate cuts mean for investors
19 September 2024
The Federal Reserve delivered an outsized 50bp rate cut during the September FOMC and projected another 50bp cut for the rest of the year.
Learn how this impacts investors in our latest advisory report.
Investment insights
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Market Updates
What the Federal Reserve rate cuts mean for investors
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Market Updates
Markets have sold off sharply; what’s next for investors?
5 August 2024
Global stock markets sold off sharply and bonds rallied after a series of weak US data reignited fears of a harder landing than previously anticipated.
Discover what this means for investors in our latest advisory report.
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Market Updates
US President Biden’s exit from the race
23 July 2024
President Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the presidential race has caused significant political upheaval. This report examines the potential implications for financial markets.
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Market Updates
French election gridlock and its implications on the markets
9 July 2024
The French elections have led to a divided parliament, sparking political uncertainty and fears of a growing deficit. This article explores the implications for the financial markets and the fiscal challenges ahead.
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Quarterly Outlook
Late-cycle interest rates; midcycle economy
Dive into our investment outlook report for comprehensive analysis on macro trends, asset class views and asset allocation strategies.
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Market Updates
2024 Indian General Elections and its implications on the markets
10 June 2024
The outcome of the Indian General Elections will shape the country’s economic policy and market trajectory. This article examines the election results, the anticipated direction of economic policies and their potential impact on financial markets.
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Market Updates
2024 US Elections and its implications on the markets
30 May 2024
Explore our latest report for key insights and investment strategies in anticipation of the upcoming 2024 US Elections.
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CIO compass
A Dovish Policy Tilt
14 May 2024
From the Fed’s anticipated rate cuts to the broader trend of accommodative monetary policies, tune in to our latest episode of CIO’s Compass where we explore emerging investment opportunities amid global economic shifts.
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Market Updates
Impact of the Iran-Israel Conflict
15 April 2024
Explore our latest report to uncover the repercussions of the Iran-Israel conflict on global markets and understand how it affects your investments.
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Quarterly Outlook
2Q 2024: A Dovish Policy Tilt
1 April 2024
Explore our latest quarterly investment viewpoints report for insights and strategies to navigate the complexities of global markets.
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CIO compass
The End of Monetary Tightening
26 January 2024
2023 was a profitable year for most investors after a difficult 2022. As we journey through 2024, how can we navigate the sea of uncertainties?
Private Bank’s Chief Investment Officer, Dr Neo Teng Hwee shares his insights on the investment outlook for 2024 to help investors navigate the opportunities and challenges of the year ahead.
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Higher for Longer, But Not Forever
9 November 2023
US exceptionalism in 2023 has been characterised by strong economic performance, defying expectations of a recession.
As the fourth quarter gets underway, Private Bank’s Investment Strategist, Francis Tan, examines the effects of the Fed’s higher for longer narrative on investors and offers insights on positioning for the next 6-12 months.
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Podcasts
HNWIs can have a profitable 2023: BT Podcasts
13 July 2023
There's no denying it's been an unusual time for the global economy and markets. But the mid-year outlook for investments is looking on the up and up. The Business Times correspondent, Howie Lim speaks to Dr Neo Teng Hwee, Chief Investment Officer at UOB Private Bank to get more insights.
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CIO compass
A Falling Tide Doesn't Sink All Boats
11 July 2023
The global economy has decelerated but averted a recession so far. Continued monetary tightening in the US could lead to inflation being a thing of the past. Big tech stocks in the US have also made a spectacular recovery in part due to the euphoria surrounding ChatGPT and AI.
Private Bank’s Chief Investment Officer, Dr Neo Teng Hwee shares his 3Q 2023 views and provides a take on what this means for investors.
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The U.S debt ceiling and its implications
3 June 2023
In this episode, Investment Strategist, Francis Tan, discusses the current US debt ceiling drama, why the market is so fearful, and what he thinks will be the key implication for investors to watch out for, in the months ahead.
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CIO compass
A Delicate Balancing Act for the Fed
29 May 2023
The key tension in markets right now is between declining interest rate risk as the Fed prioritises financial stability and an economic slowdown.
In our view, the global slowdown is likely to be relatively mild as key economies such as China benefit from a reopening boost. But what does it mean for investors? UOB Private Bank’s Chief Investment Officer, Dr. Neo Teng Hwee unpacks his 2Q 2023 views.
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The U.S debt ceiling simplified
24 May 2023
Dominating the headlines recently is talk around the US debt ceiling and potential negative impact on its economy. We break down the debt ceiling concept in this episode and explain why it has become a political issue.
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Are global equities still attractive in a slowdown?
10 May 2023
As we expect further downgrades in corporate earnings and observe an economic slowdown, enhancing investor prudence is necessary in the months ahead. We share our views on Equities in this episode.
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A glimmer of hope with World Bank’s upgrade in global forecast?
26 April 2023
What can we make of the World Bank's latest global growth forecast that has been raised from 1.7% to 2%? Tune in to find out how the upward revision is playing out in the greater scheme of things.
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Staying defensive in anticipation of Winter
10 April 2023
In this episode, Investment Strategist, Francis Tan, fields two recurring questions that have surfaced in the past month – Is inflation still a problem in the US? And with the recent banking crisis, are we going to see a recession anytime soon?
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Credit Suisse crisis: Are all banks the same?
21 March 2023
With plenty of market jitters surrounding the recent banking crisis, investors' fear of the "Lehman moment" that brought about the Global Financial Crisis (GFC) in 2008 has been stoked once more. Will there be a GFC 2.0 or is this time going to be different? Hear from Investment Strategist, Francis Tan.
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Market Updates
Anticipating the next upcycle
9 March 2023
Landing on the third investment theme for 2023, we take a deeper look at what it means to anticipate a new business cycle, from fiscal policies to trends in equities.
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Market Updates
High odds of US recession
9 February 2023
According to the World Bank Group, global growth forecasts are down to 1.7%; a relatively sharp dip since the last projection in 2022. Find out what is driving the heightened possibility of a recession.
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Market Updates
Peaking inflation and Fed risks
26 January 2023
Looking ahead into 2023, here is a recap of the business cycle and some indicators of where we are now. Peaking inflation and Fed risks emerge as the first theme.
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Market Updates
Investment Roadmap 2023
11 January 2023
Summary of investment themes and a roadmap for investors in 2023.
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