The US Federal Reserve held interest rates steady overnight, as was widely expected.

Fed Chair Jerome Powell made clear that the central bank is almost done raising interest rates, but his colleagues delivered the message that resonated: borrowing costs must remain higher for longer amid renewed strength in the economy.

So will rates stay higher for longer? 

On Money in the Market, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Gary Dugan, CIO, Dalma Capital, to find out more. 



Highlights:
01:20 - How have markets reacted to to US Fed holding rates steady?
02:00 - What does Jerome Powell's speech signal? 
03:30 - When will we see another hike? 
04:18 - Will we see a rate cut next year? 
05:00 - What does this mean now for equities, bonds and the US dollar? 

The US Federal Reserve held interest rates steady overnight, as was widely expected.
Fed Chair Jerome Powell made clear that the central bank is almost done raising interest rates, but his colleagues delivered the message that resonated: borrowing costs must remain higher for longer amid renewed strength in the economy.
So will rates stay higher for longer? 
On Money in the Market, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Gary Dugan, CIO, Dalma Capital, to find out more. 
 
Highlights: 01:20 - How have markets reacted to to US Fed holding rates steady? 02:00 - What does Jerome Powell's speech signal?  03:30 - When will we see another hike?  04:18 - Will we see a rate cut next year?  05:00 - What does this mean now for equities, bonds and the US dollar?

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Money in the Market: For how long will the 'higher for longer' narrative remain?

The STI has increased by 1% to 3,100 points, inspired by overnight advances on Wall Street, particularly the Nasdaq, which has seen significant growth due to strong performances in heavyweight tech firms. Who were the key drivers of the STI's movements this week? Do you think the recent boom in Singapore REITs will last with interest rate cuts expected next year? On The Afternoon Update, Willie Keng speaks to Candace Li, Research Analyst at SGX, about the performance of the markets this week.

The STI has increased by 1% to 3,100 points, inspired by overnight advances on Wall Street, particularly the Nasdaq, which has seen significant growth due to strong performances in heavyweight tech firms. Who were the key drivers of the STI's movements this week? Do you think the recent boom in Singapore REITs will last with interest rate cuts expected next year? On The Afternoon Update, Willie Keng speaks to Candace Li, Research Analyst at SGX, about the performance of the markets this week.

Market Wrap: What’s driving S-REITs’ strong performance?

Concerns over a Chinese economic slowdown and the Bank of Japan's probable shift in monetary policy have cast a shadow over sentiments in the Asia-Pacific market environment. Meanwhile, global markets are anticipating US employment statistics in order to determine the Federal Reserve's stance on interest rates. How may a rate drop in 2024 affect Asian markets? And how should investors place their portfolios strategically? On Money in the Market, Willie Keng speaks to Homin Lee, Senior Macro Strategist at Lombard Odier, about its outlook.

Concerns over a Chinese economic slowdown and the Bank of Japan's probable shift in monetary policy have cast a shadow over sentiments in the Asia-Pacific market environment. Meanwhile, global markets are anticipating US employment statistics in order to determine the Federal Reserve's stance on interest rates. How may a rate drop in 2024 affect Asian markets? And how should investors place their portfolios strategically? On Money in the Market, Willie Keng speaks to Homin Lee, Senior Macro Strategist at Lombard Odier, about its outlook.

Money in the Market: What’s the implications of a potential rate cut on Asian markets?

Following a remarkable November for equities, bonds, and non-USD currencies, the markets are currently in a consolidation phase. The S&P 500 also gained more than 8% in a single day, an occurrence seen only 10 times in November since 1928. What crucial factors should investors pay attention to? And how does current US data affect stocks? On Money in the Market, Willie Keng speaks to Audrey Goh, Head of Asset Allocation and Thematic Strategy at Standard Chartered, about the current market surge.

Highlights:

1. What should investors watch out for? - 0:50
2. What is the markets' view on the FED and inflation? - 2:10
3. What is the 'fear' and 'greed' indicator? - 4:24
4. What are the implications of the US data on the equities market? - 5:11
5. Which sectors will continue to outperform the market? - 6:27

Following a remarkable November for equities, bonds, and non-USD currencies, the markets are currently in a consolidation phase. The S&amp;P 500 also gained more than 8% in a single day, an occurrence seen only 10 times in November since 1928. What crucial factors should investors pay attention to? And how does current US data affect stocks? On Money in the Market, Willie Keng speaks to Audrey Goh, Head of Asset Allocation and Thematic Strategy at Standard Chartered, about the current market surge.
Highlights:
1. What should investors watch out for? - 0:50 2. What is the markets' view on the FED and inflation? - 2:10 3. What is the 'fear' and 'greed' indicator? - 4:24 4. What are the implications of the US data on the equities market? - 5:11 5. Which sectors will continue to outperform the market? - 6:27

Money in the Market: For how long will the 'higher for longer' narrative remain?

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