With just four weeks until the US elections, the potential impact on financial markets will be a key focal point for investors.
Historically, market volatility tends to increase in the lead-up to the elections and it is crucial to understand the impact it has on markets and your portfolio.
Stay informed with the latest expert insights in our Thinking Ahead report.
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How will the US elections affect your portfolio?
With just four weeks until the US elections, the potential impact on financial markets will be a key focal point for investors.
Historically, market volatility tends to increase in the lead-up to the elections and it is crucial to understand the impact it has on markets and your portfolio.
Stay informed with the latest expert insights in our Thinking Ahead report.
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October 2024
In our October report, we cover the following topics:
- Investing in an election year
- Fed cuts interest rate by 50bps, what comes next?
- Positioning your portfolio for a soft landing
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Navigating opportunities in a lower interest rate environment
The US Federal Reserve (Fed) announced its decision to cut interest rates at the September FOMC meeting. This shift in monetary policy has implications for the financial markets and the investment landscape.
Stay informed on how this can impact your investment portfolio.
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September 2024
In our September report, we cover the following topics:
- Has the United States Federal Reserve’s focus shifted to employment?
- Is rising US government debt a concern?
- Should you favour big-cap or small-cap stocks now?
Thinking Ahead
Key insights from the 2024 Jackson Hole Symposium
At the annual Jackson Hole Economic Symposium, US Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell delivered a closely watched speech on the Fed’s interest rate outlook.
Learn more about the key insights and implications on monetary policy in our latest Thinking Ahead report.
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Join Jonathan Conley, Head of Treasury Advisory as he talks about how investing in foreign currency bonds could potentially enhance income and returns.
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August 2024
In our August report, we cover the following topics:
- European stocks attractive despite political uncertainty
- Quality stocks beyond the United States (US) can provide opportunities
- Trade tensions may not be as damaging as feared
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China’s Third Plenum pledges reforms to boost its economy
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2024 Mid-Year Market Outlook
Learn more about key market developments and how you can seize opportunities as they arise.
Discover the outlook for the economy, markets, interest rates and more in our 2024 Mid-Year Market Outlook publication.
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Fed keeps rates unchanged - are cuts on the horizon?
As inflation declines gradually, will the US Federal Reserve proceed to cut rates this year?
Learn more in our Thinking Ahead report.
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Learn about Savings & Protection
Join Garry Chua, Group Head of Bancassurance as he shares how one can remain financially secure in a world of needs and wants.
If you would like to find out more, speak to a UOB banker.
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Learn about Bonds
Join Jonathan Conley, Head of Treasury Advisory as he breaks down the bonds basics in this video.
If you would like to find out more, speak to a UOB banker.
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What to expect as Fed keeps interest rates unchanged
The US Federal Reserve (Fed) kept interest rates unchanged. Are rate cuts expected ahead?
Find out more in the May PowerBar.
Breaking Market Updates
15 April 2024: Impact of the Iran-Israel conflict
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Thinking Ahead
How will the US elections affect your portfolio?
With just four weeks until the US elections, the potential impact on financial markets will be a key focal point for investors.
Historically, market volatility tends to increase in the lead-up to the elections and it is crucial to understand the impact it has on markets and your portfolio.
Stay informed with the latest expert insights in our Thinking Ahead report.
Market PowerBar
October 2024
In our October report, we cover the following topics:
- Investing in an election year
- Fed cuts interest rate by 50bps, what comes next?
- Positioning your portfolio for a soft landing
Thinking Ahead
Navigating opportunities in a lower interest rate environment
The US Federal Reserve (Fed) announced its decision to cut interest rates at the September FOMC meeting. This shift in monetary policy has implications for the financial markets and the investment landscape.
Stay informed on how this can impact your investment portfolio.
Market PowerBar
September 2024
In our September report, we cover the following topics:
- Has the United States Federal Reserve’s focus shifted to employment?
- Is rising US government debt a concern?
- Should you favour big-cap or small-cap stocks now?
Thinking Ahead
Key insights from the 2024 Jackson Hole Symposium
At the annual Jackson Hole Economic Symposium, US Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell delivered a closely watched speech on the Fed’s interest rate outlook.
Learn more about the key insights and implications on monetary policy in our latest Thinking Ahead report.
Knowledge is Wealth Series
Learn about Structured Products
Join John Lau, Head of Treasury, Singapore and Regional, as he talks about how structured products can be customised and the risks involved.
If you would like to find out more, speak to a UOB banker.
Knowledge is Wealth Series
Learn about Foreign Currency Bonds
Join Jonathan Conley, Head of Treasury Advisory as he talks about how investing in foreign currency bonds could potentially enhance income and returns.
If you would like to find out more, speak to a UOB banker.
Breaking Market Updates
6 August 2024: Market sell-off
What triggered the market sell-off and what does this mean for investors?
Thinking Ahead
Is the Fed any closer to cutting interest rates?
The US Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged for the eighth straight meeting. When will the Fed cut rates and what does this mean for investors?
Market PowerBar
August 2024
In our August report, we cover the following topics:
- European stocks attractive despite political uncertainty
- Quality stocks beyond the United States (US) can provide opportunities
- Trade tensions may not be as damaging as feared
Market Outlook
China’s Third Plenum pledges reforms to boost its economy
China outlined sweeping reforms to address key risks and position the economy on an innovation-led and sustainable growth path. How will these reforms impact markets and what does this mean for investors? Find out more in our latest Thinking Ahead report.
Market Outlook
Privilege Conversations: Key Takeaways
In-house experts and speakers from globally renowned asset management firms J.P. Morgan Asset Management and Schroders shared insights and discussed strategies to capture market opportunities at our recently concluded mid-year event.
Learn more about the key takeaways shared by the speakers.
Market Outlook
2024 Mid-Year Market Outlook
Learn more about key market developments and how you can seize opportunities as they arise.
Discover the outlook for the economy, markets, interest rates and more in our 2024 Mid-Year Market Outlook publication.
Thinking Ahead
Fed keeps rates unchanged - are cuts on the horizon?
As inflation declines gradually, will the US Federal Reserve proceed to cut rates this year?
Learn more in our Thinking Ahead report.
Knowledge is Wealth Series
Learn about Savings & Protection
Join Garry Chua, Group Head of Bancassurance as he shares how one can remain financially secure in a world of needs and wants.
If you would like to find out more, speak to a UOB banker.
Knowledge is Wealth Series
Learn about Bonds
Join Jonathan Conley, Head of Treasury Advisory as he breaks down the bonds basics in this video.
If you would like to find out more, speak to a UOB banker.
Thinking Ahead
What to expect as Fed keeps interest rates unchanged
The US Federal Reserve (Fed) kept interest rates unchanged. Are rate cuts expected ahead?
Find out more in the May PowerBar.
Breaking Market Updates
15 April 2024: Impact of the Iran-Israel conflict
What is the immediate impact on the market and what can investors do amidst the major escalation in the Middle East crisis?
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How will the US elections affect your portfolio?
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October 2024
In our October report, we cover the following topics:
- Investing in an election year
- Fed cuts interest rate by 50bps, what comes next?
- Positioning your portfolio for a soft landing
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Thinking Ahead
Navigating opportunities in a lower interest rate environment
The US Federal Reserve (Fed) announced its decision to cut interest rates at the September FOMC meeting. This shift in monetary policy has implications for the financial markets and the investment landscape.
Stay informed on how this can impact your investment portfolio.
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Market PowerBar
September 2024
In our September report, we cover the following topics:
- Has the United States Federal Reserve’s focus shifted to employment?
- Is rising US government debt a concern?
- Should you favour big-cap or small-cap stocks now?
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Key insights from the 2024 Jackson Hole Symposium
At the annual Jackson Hole Economic Symposium, US Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell delivered a closely watched speech on the Fed’s interest rate outlook.
Learn more about the key insights and implications on monetary policy in our latest Thinking Ahead report.
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