Market Watch
Market Watch is a financial podcast that helps investors navigate the markets by speaking with leading local and foreign analysts. Each episode covers how different asset classes and markets react to the latest news, results, and geopolitical events. The show aims to cut through investor paralysis by providing clear insights on whether to be dovish or hawkish, over or underweight, and bull or bear.
Episodes
The K-Shaped Economy in The US?
Walmart, Home Depot and Target all reported this week, and the picture they paint is of a K-shaped American consumer, where Walmart's US comparable sales grew at their slowest pace in over six years, even as it gained share among higher-income households. But the bigger threat to equities may not be the consumer at all: it's the long end of the Treasury curve, with Washington now trying to boost b
US Treasury Buybacks, Dollar Weakness and Asian Currency Outlook
Vishnu Varathan from Mizuho Bank speaks about the impacts of the recent FOMC minutes, which revealed a split between members wanting to hike rates and those preferring to wait for more inflation data. However, markets paid more attention to the US Treasury’s announcement of increased buybacks of long-term bonds, which helped lower yields and boosted equities and gold. He explains that while this m
Tech Sell-off, China Growth & Gold's Rally
A sharp pullback in semiconductor stocks and climbing global bond yields signal growing market fatigue as investors weigh the rising capital costs of scaling artificial intelligence ambitions.Hebe Chen, Senior Market Analyst at Vantage Markets, joins BFM’s Market Watch to evaluate the outlook for US equities ahead of the July FOMC minutes release, analysing how interest rate expectations and gover
What's Moving Markets : Treasuries, Oil & Results
Equities have responded negatively as crude oil prices have moved to their highest in two months while the 30-year US Treasury yield hit its highest level since June 2007. Joe Quinlan, Chief Market Strategist, US Trust-BOA Private Wealth Management, shares his insights into the latest market movements.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
US Stagnation, Central Banks & Gold Breakout
Despite the S&P 500 reaching record highs, deteriorating US retail sales and falling consumer sentiment signal that equity markets may be priced to perfection with a thin margin for error. Dilin Wu, Research Strategist at Pepperstone, joins BFM’s Market Watch to analyse growing macro headwinds, upcoming tech earnings catalysts, and central bank expectations. She breaks down why the Federal Res
China Consumption, Yuan Strategy & BOJ Policy
Falling car sales for ten consecutive months and JD.com's first quarterly revenue drop in over a decade underscore China's persistent household consumption slowdown, even as AI tech exports continue to drive growth. Carlos Casanova, Senior Economist at UBP, joins BFM’s Market Watch to analyse why massive consumer savings are not translating into domestic spending and what structural reforms are ne
Black Sea Attacks Threaten Global Trade
The Black Sea is becoming an increasingly dangerous front in the Russia-Ukraine war, as attacks on ports, warships and commercial infrastructure threaten some of the world's most important grain and energy routes. A major Ukrainian strike on Russia's Novorossiysk port has damaged grain export facilities and added pressure on Moscow to divert cargo through alternative routes, while Türkiye is propo
Tame CPI Reading In The US, Will The Fed Cut Interest Rate?
US inflation came in softer than feared, and markets took it as a green light — indices are sitting at or near record highs. We ask Tony Nash what the CPI print actually tells us about where inflation is heading, and whether it's enough to move the Fed. Also on the table: whether investors should be taking profit or letting the winners run, the oil price reaction to reported attacks on ships in th
Singapore Banks: Are the Premiums Justified?
Singapore’s three banks, DBS, OCBC and UOB, announced strong second quarter earnings recently, which significantly impacted the movement of Singapore’s stock market . Thilan Wickramasinghe, Head of Research Singapore & Regional Head of Financials at Maybank Investment Banking Group, talks about if current valuations justify the premiums.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for
Central Banks Keep Markets Guessing
Investors are navigating increasingly divergent signals from the world's major central banks as inflation and interest-rate expectations shift. The Reserve Bank of Australia has kept rates at 4.35% but left the door open to further tightening, while markets are watching fresh US inflation data for clues on whether the Federal Reserve could raise rates again this year. Meanwhile, the Japanese yen i
Can US Equities Keep Defying the Risks?
US equities have pulled back after reaching record highs, but investors continue to navigate a complicated mix of geopolitical tensions, shifting interest-rate expectations and enthusiasm over artificial intelligence investment. The US-Iran standoff remains a key risk for oil and inflation, while weaker labour market signals have reduced expectations for further Federal Reserve tightening. At the
Are Foreign Funds Returning to Bursa?
After two consecutive months of net selling, foreign investors returned to Bursa Malaysia in July, helping push the FBM KLCI up 3.7% over the month. Imran Yassin Yusof, Head of Research at MBSB Research, explores whether this was a genuine shift in sentiment, or just selective buying of Malaysian blue chips when other Asian markets were struggling.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/liste
AI Capex, Aussie Dollar Risks, & Weak US Jobs
US equity markets touched new record highs following a shock contraction in non-farm payroll figures, as investors priced in a more dovish Federal Reserve interest rate trajectory ahead of key CPI inflation data. Kingsley Jones, Chief Investment Officer at Jevons Global, joins BFM’s World Market Watch to navigate these global market signals and what to watch ahead.He breaks down why Wall Street’s
Bitcoin’s 50% Dip: Did AI Steal Crypto’s Thunder?
Following an all-time high near $126,000, Bitcoin has retraced nearly 50% to trade around $64,000. A massive $19 billion liquidation event, triggered by macro trade tensions, escalating geopolitical risks, and capital rotation toward AI equities, has tested market resilience. However, the absence of widespread systemic platform failures highlights a maturing industry compared to past cycles.Zhong
Is the S&P Rally Near Its Peak?
Despite the S&P 500 recently testing new highs, rising geopolitical risks and persistent inflation expectations are fueling concerns over Federal Reserve rate policy ahead of crucial labor data. At the same time, record US equity ownership, elevated market leverage through ETFs, and surging long-end Treasury yields pose critical headwinds for equity valuations. Tim Mulholland, President of TJM
Fed Dilemma: Rate Hikes Before Cuts?
Despite resilient US services sector activity, persistent inflationary pressures and a softening labor market point toward growing stagflationary risks.Meanwhile, unprecedented currency joint action by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Japanese authorities has temporarily checked dollar-yen volatility, even as markets grapple with Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh’s reduced-communication
SpaceX Earnings, MAG 7 Rebound, and Earnings Risks Ahead
Following a brief pull-back, US equities have surged back toward record highs, driven by a dramatic rebound in Big Tech and broadening market participation across transportation, defense, and financials. However, with shifting Federal Reserve communications under Kevin Warsh, persistent debt concerns, and geopolitical risks keeping energy and food prices volatile, investors face a tricky landscape
Korea Pullback: Buy the Dip or Wait and See?
After surging over 120% from the start of the year to its peak in June, South Korea’s KOSPI index experienced severe volatility in July, enduring nine separate circuit-breaker halts amid a global pullback in semiconductor stocks. While heavyweights Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix led the initial AI-driven rally, the rapid rise of retail-driven single-stock leveraged ETFs amplified the subsequent
Time To Buy Japan Stocks?
US equities extended their gains following last week's market rebound, but key questions remain over whether the worst of the tech and AI volatility is behind us. Meanwhile in Asia, a 10% pullback in Japan's Nikkei 225 has global investors weighing their entry points.Joe Quinlan, Chief Market Strategist at US Trust-BOA Private Wealth Management, joins BFM's Morning Brief to share his global outloo
Reading Global Market Signals
China's economy is losing momentum, central banks are weighing their next moves, and geopolitical tensions continue to reshape energy markets. Laurent Lequeu, Independent Market Analyst & Writer at the Macro Butler newsletter joins us to unpack the forces driving the global economy and what investors should watch next.Image Credit: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati
Malaysia's Tech Sector: Still Room to Run?
The Malaysian tech sector has been riding the global AI wave, with its fortunes closely tied to demand for AI-related products. But the big question is: can this strong spending on AI continue, and will our local tech players keep reaping the rewards? To get some insights, we speak with Lee Meng Horng, Senior Equity Analyst at RHB Investment Bank.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information
The Fed, The AI Wobble, And Where Asia Goes Next
US GDP and core PCE data landed this week, and markets clawed back ground after the post-FOMC selloff, though sentiment in semiconductor and AI stocks remains fragile. The conversation unpacks what the data says about US inflation and growth, where the Fed goes from here, and why Singapore's Straits Times Index keeps hitting record highs.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for pr
Where Are Asia's Best Investment Opportunities?
Artificial intelligence continues to dominate investor attention especially in Asia. Given the recent volatility in North Asian tech hardware and with China's AI ambitions, where should investors allocate capital next? Will China and Singapore markets continue to outperform?Click here to find out more about CIMB Chief Investment Office.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Can China's AI Rally Go the Distance?
China's technology sector has found a new source of optimism after memory chipmaker CXMT's blockbuster stock market debut reignited interest in the country's AI and semiconductor ambitions. But with global technology stocks facing valuation pressures and China's broader economy still uneven, investors are questioning whether the rally marks the start of a sustained recovery or a burst of speculati
Asia Markets Face a Policy Crossroads
Investors are navigating a pivotal week for Asian markets, with the Federal Reserve weighing its next move, fresh US tariffs threatening regional trade, and China preparing to signal its economic priorities at the mid-year Politburo meeting. At the same time, leadership uncertainty at Bank Indonesia and a slight tightening by Singapore’s central bank are adding to the policy mix. What do these dev
Markets Stage Turnaround But AI Still Faltering
World equity markets recovered on the back of three nights of relative lull in the US-Iran war, although concern over AI and tech prospects kept the Nasdaq in negative territory for four straight sessions. Hebe Chen, a senior market analyst at Vantage Market, share her insights along with expectation from central bank rate decisions from the US and Australia.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudi
Malaysia's Auto Market Shifts Up a Gear
Malaysia's automotive sector has continued to outperform expectations, with vehicle sales rising in the first half of the year despite economic uncertainty. National brands remain dominant, but Chinese automakers are rapidly gaining market share while electric and hybrid vehicle adoption continues to accelerate. As the industry heads into the second half of the year, can strong demand withstand po
Markets Reassess the AI Boom
Investors are becoming less willing to overlook soaring AI spending by Big Tech, even as companies continue to post strong revenue growth - this is evident from the performance of the Nasdaq recently. Kingsley Jones, Chief Investment Officer at Jevons Global, share his perspectives on this and more.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Markets Navigate Oil, Fed and Tariff Risks
Investors are balancing a resilient US economy against rising geopolitical and policy risks, with higher oil prices, shifting Federal Reserve expectations, and renewed tariff uncertainty all shaping market sentiment. Semiconductor stocks have rebounded after a sharp sell-off, but questions remain over whether the recovery can be sustained. As markets head into a pivotal period, what should investo
Markets Watch Inflation and Central Banks
Rising US fuel prices, renewed geopolitical tensions, and a weakening Japanese yen are forcing investors to reassess the outlook for inflation, interest rates, and global markets. With the Federal Reserve expected to keep rates on hold for now and the Bank of Japan weighing further tightening, attention is turning to how central banks will respond to shifting economic conditions. What do these dev
Tourism: Aim for Value Over Volume
Foreign tourist arrivals have returned to Malaysia, reaching 26.6 million in 2025 and surpassing pre-pandemic levels of 26.1 million in 2019. However, should Malaysia focus on attracting higher-spending visitors rather than simply increasing tourist numbers? We speak to Redza Abdul Rahman, Director of Research at BIMB, for some answers.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for priv
Markets Weigh Oil, Rates and Risk
Global markets are navigating a complex mix of geopolitical tensions, resilient economic data, and shifting expectations for interest rates. Despite renewed conflict in the Middle East, oil prices remain well below recent highs, while investors continue to assess the outlook for equities, bonds, and safe-haven assets such as gold. As the second half of the year unfolds, what are the key risks and
Asian Equities & AI: Where is It Heading Towards?
The artificial intelligence boom has fuelled a rally in Asian stock markets to record highs as investors rushed to join the AI bandwagon. But the recent market sell-offs have raised concerns that the massive AI infrastructure investments may not result in the short-term profits to justify the lofty valuations of these stocks. Is this latest pullback simply a temporary bout of profit-taking, or doe
Tech Stocks : Correction or Something More?
Wall Street chalked up another red day with equities pressured by elevated crude oil prices thanks to the US-Israel war on Iran, while tech stocks continue to be sold off. Joe Quinlan, Chief Market Strategist at US Trust-BOA Private Wealth Management, shares his insights into the latest market movements and what we can expect going forward.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for
Markets in the Red : War and an AI Sell-off
The past week saw equities slump as the US-Iran war escalated and investors sold of tech and AI stocks. Laurent Lequeu, Independent Market Analyst & Writer at the Macro Butler Newsletter, shares his insights into equity markets as well as commodities in the weeks ahead.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cement And Aluminium: The Unsexy Backbone Of The Build-Out
AI and data centres may grab the headlines, but someone has to supply the concrete and metal to build them. RHB Investment Bank has an Overweight call on Malaysia's basic materials sector, with top picks Press Metal and Malayan Cement offering an estimated 25–37% upside. Equity analyst Iftaar Rusli walks us through how a 4% stronger ringgit cuts both ways for producers, why Indonesia's coal regula
Earnings, AI & Geopolitical Risks
What can we expect from Wall Street's earnings season to AI-driven chip stocks, oil prices and US interest rates expectations? Tim Waterer of KCM Trade breaks down the key themes shaping global markets and what investors should be watching next.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
US Inflation Outlook in the Midst of War
US equities managed to register gains on comments from the Federal Reserve indicating that inflation may have peaked and should be edging down in coming quarters. Tony Nash, an economist at Main Street Alpha, shares some perspective on what to expect even as the Iran war continues to cast a shadow on US consumer prices going forward.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy
Markets Brace for Middle East Shock
Renewed tensions in the Middle East have pushed oil prices higher, reviving concerns over inflation, interest rates, and the global growth outlook. Yet investors have continued to favour emerging markets and AI-related stocks, highlighting the resilience of risk assets despite rising geopolitical uncertainty. As oil, bonds, equities, and technology pull markets in different directions, where shoul
US Bank Bonanza Sets Tone for Q2 Earnings Season
The major US banks reported blockbuster earnings this week, driven by investment banking, capital markets and trading. How much will this be reflected in the broader earnings season? We discuss the outlook for the US economy and markets with David Dietze of Dietze Wealth Management,Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Malaysia's Utilities Sector Powering Ahead
Malaysia's utilities sector is poised for a bright future, as a result of rising capital expenditure and increasing electricity demand, with consumption for 2026 projected to expand by 4.5% to 5.5%. Nurzulaikha Azali, an analyst at BIMB Securities Research, shares her insights on this sector.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Gulf Escalation Puts Pressure on US Fed
The resumption of a US blockade in the Strait of Hormuz and military strikes in the Gulf threatens to send oil prices soaring once again. How will this affect US Fed policy and market sentiment? We discuss the trends with Joe Quinlan of the US Trust-BOA Private Wealth Management.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hyperscaler Capex A Barometer for Chip Momentum
SK Hynix's debut on the Nasdaq last Friday was the biggest IPO by a foreign company on record raising USD$26.5 billion. What factors will influence the trajectory of chip players in the coming months? We discuss this and other market trends with Kingsley Jones of Jevons Global.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Markets Shrug Off War — Should They?
Wall Street barely flinched this week, even as US strikes on Iran pushed oil higher and rattled the Strait of Hormuz. Tim Mulholland of TJM Limited in Chicago thinks that calm deserves scrutiny. He walks us through what the latest US economic data reveals beneath the surface, where the smart money is rotating as geopolitical risk builds, and why the sliding Japanese yen — now at multi-decade lows
Inflation Outlook & Interest Rates
The US Federal Reserve's minutes for its June meeting has been released indicating that the central bank remains divided over the future path of interest rates, with policymakers split between the possibility of cuts and further hikes. Vishnu Varathan, Head of Economics & Strategy, Mizuho Bank, shares his insights into how this will also dictate the trajectory of currencies.Image Credit: Shutt
Can Airlines Stay Profitable as Costs Soar?
Global airlines continue to benefit from resilient travel demand, but surging fuel prices, supply chain disruptions, and aircraft delivery delays are putting growing pressure on profitability. While some carriers are adapting through fare increases, fuel hedging, and network changes, others face tougher operating conditions as geopolitical tensions reshape global aviation. Can the industry continu
Can Europe Keep Beating the US?
Global markets are entering a new phase as investors weigh diverging economic and policy trends across major economies. Japan is grappling with mixed domestic data and a weakening yen, while Europe's equity markets have surged to record highs, outpacing the United States amid improving growth expectations and lower energy prices. As central banks chart different paths and oil prices continue to ea
Tech, Crude Oil, Equities : What's Moving Markets?
There appears to have been a rotation back into tech, AI and semiconductor stocks, leading the Dow Jones to hit a new record again. Joe Quinlan, Chief Market Strategist at US Trust-BOA Private Wealth Management, shares his insights into how the markets are moving plus an outlook into where crude oil prices may be heading.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information
US Markets: Healthy Sector Rotation in Play
The Dow Jones closed last week at record highs; in contrast the S&P 500 and Nasdaq have been in a consolidation pattern for the past month. What are the factors driving this divergence? We discuss this and other market trends with Dilin Wu of Pepperstone.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Markets Rotate as Global Growth Diverges
Global markets are sending mixed signals, with US blue chips pushing to new highs even as technology stocks lose momentum. Investors are also weighing a resilient US labour market, signs of stronger manufacturing activity in China, falling oil prices, and renewed interest in gold as expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts evolve. As leadership shifts across sectors and regions, where are the be
Can the US Market Regain Momentum?
Investors are weighing a mixed picture for the US economy, with manufacturing continuing to expand, inflation remaining a concern, and markets searching for fresh direction after recent volatility. While technology shares are attempting to stabilise and consumer-facing sectors such as airlines continue to outperform, attention is also turning to Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh's evolving policy
Japanese Yen Falls to New Lows
The Japanese yen has weakened to its lowest level since 1986 against the US dollar, despite signs of strength elsewhere in the economy. What's the threshold for intervention by the Bank of Japan and what does this mean for monetary policy moving forward? We discuss this and other Asian economic trends with Carlos Casanova of UBP. Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for priva
Is It Time to Broaden Beyond Big Tech?
US markets have steadied after a bout of volatility, helped by easing geopolitical tensions and lower oil prices. As investors look to the second half of the year, attention is shifting from macro risks back to corporate earnings, with growing divergence emerging within the technology sector and renewed interest in cyclical industries. Is the market entering a broader phase of leadership, or will
Are Markets Misreading the Risks?
As oil prices retreat to pre-Iran war levels, a vital question emerges: Are markets accurately pricing the reality of crude flows through the Strait of Hormuz, or has bearish sentiment overshot? Between the wild swings in Korean memory chip stocks and the deeply depressed Japanese Yen, where do the markets fundamentals actually lie? We speak to Kingsley Jones, Chief Investment Officer at Jevons Gl
Markets Shrug Off Inflation Warning
US inflation has climbed to its highest level in three years, yet markets have remained remarkably resilient. Strong economic data, easing oil prices, and renewed optimism around AI have helped support investor sentiment, even as expectations grow that the Federal Reserve could keep interest rates higher for longer. Is the market correctly pricing the risks ahead, or are investors becoming too com
Crude Oil, Gold Respond To War News
Spot gold is now trading at its lowest in a year while Brent crude oil futures have gone back to Feb 27 levels, the day before the US and Israel attacked Iran. Vishnu Varathan, Head of Economics & Strategy, Mizuho Bank, lays out the current scenario and its impact on interest rates and currencies.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is AI Mania Coming to an End?
The overnight global sell-off in tech and AI stocks has reignited questions about the longevity of the AI-led bull run. Are these early signs that the bubble is bursting? We discuss market trends with David Chow of Azure Capital.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Will US Inflation Resolve Itself?
The US Fed Chair Kevin Warsh in his first meeting gave hawkish signals as to the interest rate trajectory, but is a hike imminent? Joseph Sroka of NovaPoint Capital weighs in on the potential scenarios at play and what investors should consider in the AI tech space.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Has the Stagflation Threat Passed?
Falling oil prices and easing tensions in the Middle East have reduced fears that the global economy could slide into stagflation. Yet investors still face major questions around the outlook for growth, inflation, interest rates, and the strength of the US dollar under new Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh. As markets reassess the path forward, are we entering a more stable phase for the global ec
From War Risk to Rate Risk
Markets have welcomed the signing of the US-Iran peace agreement, with investors rotating back into risk assets as concerns over energy supplies and geopolitical disruption ease. The focus is now shifting back to economic fundamentals, including the outlook for interest rates, Federal Reserve policy, and the health of the US labour market. As investors reassess whether the post-conflict rally can
Asia's Rally Returns as Oil Fears Fade
Asian markets have regained momentum after easing tensions in the Middle East helped drive oil prices lower and improve investor sentiment. At the same time, strong export data from Singapore, continued strength in South Korea's semiconductor sector, and resilient earnings in Japan are reinforcing the region's growth outlook. As investors shift their focus back to fundamentals, where are the best
Can Markets Sustain the Post-Peace Rally?
Markets are reassessing the outlook after the Federal Reserve held rates steady and signs emerged of a possible peace agreement between the United States and Iran. Lower oil prices and easing geopolitical tensions have improved sentiment, but investors are also weighing the implications of the first policy signals from new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh. As attention shifts back to growth, inflation, and i
Markets Cheer Peace, But What's Next?
Global markets have rallied after reports of a peace agreement between the United States and Iran, easing concerns over energy supplies and helping drive a renewed risk-on mood across equities. With the Strait of Hormuz expected to reopen, oil prices have retreated, gasoline costs are falling, and investors are reassessing which sectors stand to benefit most from a more stable geopolitical environ
Have Markets Fully Priced in the Gulf Ceasefire?
Global markets were positive at the end of last week on the back of the SpaceX IPO and signals of an imminent US-Iran ceasefire deal. Have the markets fully priced in the potential reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, or does the rally have legs? We discuss the market outlook with Kingsley Jones of Jevons Global.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tech Stocks Gain, Iran Deal "Likely", What's Next?
The likelihood of a solution to the war in Iran sparked a rebound in the markets, led by tech stocks that have been sold off in the past few sessions. Tim Mulholland, President at TJM Limited, talks about the underlying economic data that will still guide central banks' interest rate decisions in the coming weeks.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Emergency Rate Hike Puts Indonesia Under Pressure
Indonesia’s central bank has delivered its first off-cycle interest rate hike in eight years after the rupiah fell to record lows against the US dollar. The move follows a series of interventions and comes amid growing pressure from global volatility, higher energy prices, and concerns over domestic economic policy. With policymakers now prioritising currency stability, investors are asking whethe
Tech-led Selloff Fails To Rebound : What Next?
World markets ended in the deep red with the selloff on semiconductor, tech and AI plays continuing. Consumer price results from the US also indicate that inflation remains an issue for the interest rate outlook, while the Iran war appears to have escalated. Vishnu Varathan, Head of Economics & Strategy at Mizuho Bank, helps us make sense of these developments.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omn
Q1 Earnings Under Pressure?
The 1Q2026 earnings season has now wrapped, and while the period is traditionally softer due to festive holidays, this quarter saw an even more compressed business calendar with both Chinese New Year and Hari Raya falling within the reporting period. Jeremy Goh, Head of Research, Hong Leong Investment Bank, shares his insights into this.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for pri
Tech Rebound Fails, Markets Falter Again
Wall Street stocks appear to be struggling to find its footing following last week's tumble as investors remain nervous that the AI-driven run in chips had risen too far, too fast. Joseph Sroka, Chief Investment Officer at NovaPoint Capital helps us make sense of these developments.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Markets Recover, Uncertainties Remain
Wall Street staged a mild tech-related recovery following a more than 5% decline on the Nasdaq, over the previous three sessions. Joe Quinlan, Chief Market Strategist, US Trust-BOA Private Wealth Management, analyses the events of the past few days and how they might guide investment decisions.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Correction or Turning Point for Markets?
Global markets were rattled by a sharp sell-off last week, with technology stocks leading the decline and investors reassessing the outlook for interest rates, valuations, and economic growth. Stronger-than-expected US labour market data has revived concerns that monetary policy may need to remain tighter for longer, putting pressure on equities, bonds, and even traditional safe havens such as gol
Has Crypto Lost Its Momentum?
Cryptocurrency markets are facing renewed pressure as Bitcoin retreats sharply from its highs, even as global equity markets continue to rally on the back of AI enthusiasm and strong technology earnings. Capital appears to be flowing back into traditional growth assets, while ETF outflows, long-term holder selling, and weakening sentiment have raised fresh questions about institutional demand for
Economic Data, Interest Rates & Currencies
Overnight saw the release of Australia's first quarter GDP numbers while the US' unemployment indicators are set to be released tonight. Hebe Chan, Senior Market Analyst at Vantage Market, dissects these numbers and what it would mean for interest rate decisions by the US Federal Reserve and the Reserve Bank of Australia.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information
Malaysia's Banks : Strong Start, Uncertain H2
Malaysia’s banking sector started 2026 on a stronger-than-expected footing, with loan growth picking up, credit demand holding firm, and asset quality remaining stable despite a challenging global backdrop. Raymond Ng, Equity Analyst at Hong Leong Investment Bank unpacks what is driving this sector and what investors can expect.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info
US Economic Data Impact On Equities
Latest data reveal that US services activity accelerated in May, while employment registered a slight slowdown. Meanwhile, equities on Wall Street have broken a nine-day winning streak but optimism still surrounds tech and AI counters. Tony Nash, CEO of Complete Intelligence discusses these developments and their impact on US interest rates going forward.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.co
The Inflation Spectre in East Asia
How are the major East Asian economies - China, South Korea and Japan - navigating external headwinds? We analyse the latest economic data with Carlos Casanova, Senior Economist at UBP.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
War, AI & Markets
Overnight, news that the US-Israel war on Iran may see a resolution spurred markets. However, this also comes as central banks turn more hawkish and companies continue to ramp up AI and tech spending. Tim Mulholland, President at TJM Limited, outlines how he thinks investor might position themselves going forward.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Inflation Numbers To Dictate Central Banks' Actions
Recent positive news surrounding the US-Israel war on Iran have caused crude oil prices to drop, supporting equities but upcoming inflation data will dictate central banks' actions in the coming weeks. Vishnu Varathan, Head of Economics & Strategy at Mizuho Bank shares his insights.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
West Asia Uncertainty Still Dictates Market Direction
News that there might be a resolution to the US-Israel war on Iran has been dominating market sentiment with the latest (conflicting) updates causing equities to rise and crude oil to fall. Laurent Lequeu, an independent market with the Macro Butler newsletter shares his insights on what sectors to pay attention to.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Consider Opportunities in Asia Tech
Asian indices like the Taiwan Index and South Korea's Kospi have rallied on the back of the global AI boom. How attractive is the Asia tech hardware sector for investors? David Chow of Azure Capital weighs in on this and other market trends.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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