Hou Wey Fook, CIO, DBS Bank, discusses how investors should navigate the third quarter with an overall approach called "King, Queen, and Castle". It's so named after key chess pieces whose functions reflect the portfolio strategy. In particular, the “Castle” represents income generating assets that protect the purchasing power of capital (“King”) against inflation. Then “Queen” — a dynamic piece which can traverse the chessboard in multiple directions, reflecting DBS's preference for growth boosters that drive capital gains.

Hou Wey Fook, CIO, DBS Bank, discusses how investors should navigate the third quarter with an overall approach called "King, Queen, and Castle". It's so named after key chess pieces whose functions reflect the portfolio strategy. In particular, the “Castle” represents income generating assets that protect the purchasing power of capital (“King”) against inflation. Then “Queen” — a dynamic piece which can traverse the chessboard in multiple directions, reflecting DBS's preference for growth boosters that drive capital gains.

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Start your day with the stories shaping Singapore &mdash; and your place in it.
Join Neil Humphreys and Audrey Siek as they cover the biggest headlines, trending topics, and everyday conversations, unpacked through fresh perspectives, expert insights, and engaging discussion. From current affairs and social issues to lifestyle trends and community voices, each segment offers a different lens on what&rsquo;s happening &mdash; and what&rsquo;s worth your attention.
And it&rsquo;s not just talk &mdash; it&rsquo;s your voice. Through polls, messages, and live call-ins, listeners are part of the conversation, sharing their views and shaping the discussion in real time. With a mix of clarity, curiosity, and personality, Let&rsquo;s Talk, Singapore keeps you informed, connected, and ready for the day ahead.