The Straits Times Index (STI) started 2026 on a steady footing, rising about 5.1% in the first quarter, even as global markets moved unevenly. But what’s driving this resilience, and is it built to last? We discuss this with Geoff Howie, Market Strategist, Singapore Exchange.



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The Straits Times Index (STI) started 2026 on a steady footing, rising about 5.1% in the first quarter, even as global markets moved unevenly. But what’s driving this resilience, and is it built to last? We discuss this with Geoff Howie, Market Strategist, Singapore Exchange.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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How Resilient are Singapore Equities?

The local palm oil plantation sector is entering a critical period of high volatility with inventories hitting a seven-month low and CPO prices surging nearly 19% in March. Jacquelyn Yow, Analyst, CGS International discusses whether upcoming demand catalysts like Indonesia’s B50 mandate can sustain this momentum or if rising production will soon weigh on the market.



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The local palm oil plantation sector is entering a critical period of high volatility with inventories hitting a seven-month low and CPO prices surging nearly 19% in March. Jacquelyn Yow, Analyst, CGS International discusses whether upcoming demand catalysts like Indonesia’s B50 mandate can sustain this momentum or if rising production will soon weigh on the market.Image Credit: Shutterstock

Upside for CPO in High Crude Price Environment

Both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq registered record closing highs this week despite ongoing turmoil in the Gulf. Are US markets underpricing the risks from the war in Iran? We discuss market trends with Tim Mulholland of TJM Limited.



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Both the S&amp;P 500 and Nasdaq registered record closing highs this week despite ongoing turmoil in the Gulf. Are US markets underpricing the risks from the war in Iran? We discuss market trends with Tim Mulholland of TJM Limited.Image Credit: Shutterstock

US Markets Break Records Amid War Mixed Messaging

The World Bank and the International Monetary Fund recently signalled slower global growth as a result of the US-Israel war on Iran, now into its seventh week. Vishnu Varathan, Head of Economics & Strategy at Mizuho Bank shares his insights into the impact on financial markets, especially emerging economies that seem to be less severely impacted.



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The World Bank and the International Monetary Fund recently signalled slower global growth as a result of the US-Israel war on Iran, now into its seventh week. Vishnu Varathan, Head of Economics &amp; Strategy at Mizuho Bank shares his insights into the impact on financial markets, especially emerging economies that seem to be less severely impacted.Image Credit: Shutterstock

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