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Global Economy
Bank of Singapore’s Lee sees favourable conditions in Asia and alternative investment
While Asia has historically been linked to China, BOS's Lee says that a 'steady decoupling' has been taking place, although completely moving away from the nation will require significant investment.
September 27, 2024
Global Economy
UK inflation steady at 2.2% leaves door open for rate cuts
UK inflation hovered just above the Bank of England’s 2% target in August, signalling an interest rate cut to come later in 2024.
September 18, 2024
Capital markets
September surprise
This September’s surprise market may actually be Singapore, says this contributor.
August 29, 2024
US Economy
Fed decision leaves forex market set for dollar short squeeze
The lack of a killer dovish catalyst from the latest Federal Reserve meeting triggered a near-term rally in the dollar.
September 17, 2020
Broker's Calls
Investors in for a bumpy ride with full recovery unlikely until 2022, says BOS
The analysts also see 2H2020 as an opportune time to rebalance portfolios from growth and momentum stocks into cyclical and value plays.
August 04, 2020
REITs
S-REITs favoured amid mix of politics and pandemics
Unfortunately, the hospitality REITs will suffer this year as tourists stay away.
March 06, 2020
Covid-19
Fed cut alone not enough to restore confidence: Minister Chan Chun Sing
It’s “too early to say” if the global economy will plunge into recession, says Trade and Industry Minister Chan Chun Sing.
March 05, 2020