US Fed rate cut

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.

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 surprise - THE EDGE SINGAPORE

Capital markets

September surprise

This September’s surprise market may actually be Singapore, says this contributor.

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.

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.

REITs

S-REITs favoured amid mix of politics and pandemics

Unfortunately, the hospitality REITs will suffer this year as tourists stay away.

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.
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