Daniel Lam discusses the political events in Japan and what are the implications for USDJPY, and global assets, in the short and medium-term.

Speaker:
 - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered Bank

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Daniel Lam talks about China’s latest GDP figure, how the growth has become reliant upon exports, and the implications for investors.

Speaker:
 - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered Bank

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In this episode, Steve speaks with Manpreet about how investment strategies should change based on one’s age and life stage, what are the most important factors to consider at each stage and how the ‘Today, Tomorrow and Forever’ framework can help. 

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Daniel Lam discusses this frequently asked question – what are the key drivers, our thoughts, and investment implications.

Speaker:
 - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered Bank

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Manpreet speaks with Ray about our view on Fed rate cuts versus market expectations. They also provide a brief review of US bank earnings and discuss how the USD 200bn MBS purchase will affect the asset‑backed market. In addition, they consider whether the rally in precious metals, gold and silver, can be sustained, and conclude with comments on oil amid the resurfacing of geopolitical tensions.

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Speakers: 

- Manpreet Gill, CIO of Africa, Middle East & Europe (AME/E) and Head of Fixed Income, Currency and Commodities (FICC) Strategy, Standard Chartered Bank 

- Ray Heung, Senior Investment Officer,  Standard Chartered Bank 

Daniel Lam discusses China’s drive towards technological self-sufficiency, what are the key areas, and the investment implications.

Speaker:
 - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered Bank

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Daniel Lam talks about the newest tariff threats from Trump, why they are not likely to materialise, and the implications for various assets.

Speaker:
 - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered Bank

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Daniel Lam talks about the tightening from Bank of Japan, how it diverges from the Fed, and its implications on bonds and forex markets.

Speaker:
 - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered Bank

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Daniel Lam discusses the mixed US non-farm payroll release, how it represents a resilience US macro outlook near-term, and the investment implications.

Speaker:
 - Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy, Standard Chartered Bank

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In this episode, Steve speaks with Mischa Bitton, Head of Alternative Investments at Standard Chartered, about the growing role of alternative investments. They discuss why alternatives matter in a high-inflation environment and how different alternative assets could help investors diversify portfolios in 2026. 

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Speaker:
- Steve Brice, Global Chief Investment Officer, Standard Chartered Bank  
- Mischa Bitton, Head of Alternative Investments, Standard Chartered Bank  

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