The G20 has wrapped up against a backdrop of geopolitical tensions, trade disputes and rising global bond yields, with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent arguing that economic growth is the best answer to America’s mounting debt burden. Meanwhile, markets are pricing in the possibility of another Federal Reserve rate hike, while stronger consumer confidence is adding to expectations that the Bank of Japan could tighten policy again. Can growth really solve America’s debt problem, and are markets prepared for interest rates to remain higher for longer?


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The G20 has wrapped up against a backdrop of geopolitical tensions, trade disputes and rising global bond yields, with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent arguing that economic growth is the best answer to America’s mounting debt burden. Meanwhile, markets are pricing in the possibility of another Federal Reserve rate hike, while stronger consumer confidence is adding to expectations that the Bank of Japan could tighten policy again. Can growth really solve America’s debt problem, and are markets prepared for interest rates to remain higher for longer? Image Credit: Shutterstock

Dovish or hawkish? Over or underweight? Bull or Bear? Investor paralysis? We speak to leading local and foreign analyst to find out how the different asset classes and markets will react to the latest news, results and even geopolitical events.

Dovish or hawkish? Over or underweight? Bull or Bear? Investor paralysis? We speak to leading local and foreign analyst to find out how the different asset classes and markets will react to the latest news, results and even geopolitical events.

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Can America Grow Its Way Out of Debt?

US markets closed higher overnight, but the calm hides a lot of tension underneath. Oil has pushed to its highest level since July as the Middle East conflict intensifies, and August payrolls land tomorrow after July's big negative surprise, leaving the Fed staring at a possible stagflation problem. Volumes have been thin, Treasury yields are climbing, and the question is whether that's a strong economy or a market that's stopped believing in the AI trade. We speak to Tim Mulholland, President of TJM Limited, on what's actually moving markets right now and where the opportunities are.

US markets closed higher overnight, but the calm hides a lot of tension underneath. Oil has pushed to its highest level since July as the Middle East conflict intensifies, and August payrolls land tomorrow after July's big negative surprise, leaving the Fed staring at a possible stagflation problem. Volumes have been thin, Treasury yields are climbing, and the question is whether that's a strong economy or a market that's stopped believing in the AI trade. We speak to Tim Mulholland, President of TJM Limited, on what's actually moving markets right now and where the opportunities are.

Oil, Jobs And The Fed's Next Move

Malaysian corporate earnings for the June quarter came in stronger than almost anyone expected, with more positive surprises and fewer misses than the first quarter. For the first time since December 2020, not a single sector reported earnings that missed expectations overall, helped by strong commodity prices, our position as a net oil and gas exporter, and a resilient tech sector. But even with that showing, RHB is holding its year-end KLCI target at 1,750 points and staying Neutral on sectors like gaming, auto and rubber gloves. We speak to Alexander Chia, Head of Regional Equity Research at RHB Investment Bank, on what the results tell us about where the local bourse goes from here.



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Malaysian corporate earnings for the June quarter came in stronger than almost anyone expected, with more positive surprises and fewer misses than the first quarter. For the first time since December 2020, not a single sector reported earnings that missed expectations overall, helped by strong commodity prices, our position as a net oil and gas exporter, and a resilient tech sector. But even with that showing, RHB is holding its year-end KLCI target at 1,750 points and staying Neutral on sectors like gaming, auto and rubber gloves. We speak to Alexander Chia, Head of Regional Equity Research at RHB Investment Bank, on what the results tell us about where the local bourse goes from here.Image Credit: Shutterstock

Corporate Malaysia Best Quarter Since 2020

Fresh US economic data, rising global bond yields and renewed Middle East tensions are giving investors plenty to contend with as September gets underway. Meanwhile, Kevin Warsh’s hawkish Jackson Hole message has kept another Federal Reserve rate hike firmly on the table. With Treasury yields testing uncomfortable levels and higher oil prices adding to inflation concerns, how much room do policymakers have to respond, and where should investors be positioning themselves in an increasingly uncertain market?


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Fresh US economic data, rising global bond yields and renewed Middle East tensions are giving investors plenty to contend with as September gets underway. Meanwhile, Kevin Warsh’s hawkish Jackson Hole message has kept another Federal Reserve rate hike firmly on the table. With Treasury yields testing uncomfortable levels and higher oil prices adding to inflation concerns, how much room do policymakers have to respond, and where should investors be positioning themselves in an increasingly uncertain market? Image Credit: Shutterstock

Can America Grow Its Way Out of Debt?

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