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.

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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.

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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?

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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 speculative enthusiasm. Where are the best opportunities in China's equity market, and can the AI story drive the next leg of growth?

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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 developments mean for growth, currencies, and investment across the region?

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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.

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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 policy changes, inflationary pressures, and a slowing replacement cycle?

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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.

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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 investors be watching across equities, commodities, and monetary policy?

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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 developments mean for currencies, bonds, commodities, and investors in the months ahead?

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