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Take a look back at Republic's 2023—filled with debut product launches, innovative new investment categories, and bold new ideas to power the digital transformation of finance. 🚀 👉Read the full report here: republic.com/2023

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐒 𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐚 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐚 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞! This is one of the overall messages in our new 𝐀𝐌 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐕𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 from Bo Bejstrup Christensen, Head of Macro & TAA at Danske Bank Asset Management. SOME KEY TAKEAWAYS: • Despite plenty of political noise, we expect the election to have limited consequences for US growth over the next couple of years. • On the other hand, the election may trigger significant negative shocks to China and Europe. • We are more optimistic about the prospects for the US economy than most. • When the dust settles after the election, we expect equities to rise further. Check out the full report here: https://lnkd.in/e3b74Vsv 𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘱𝘰𝘴𝘵 𝘪𝘴 𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘬𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘴 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘢𝘯 𝘰𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘳 𝘰𝘳 𝘴𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘧 𝘢𝘯𝘺 𝘰𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘥𝘦 𝘢 𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵. 𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘢𝘴𝘵 𝘪𝘴 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘢 𝘳𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘰𝘳 𝘰𝘧 𝘧𝘶𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘣𝘦 𝘯𝘦𝘨𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦.

Special Economic Zones are regulatory sandboxes. SEZs as much as they are proven catalysts for economic growth and development, also due to their nature, provide a perfect working environment to test out both new economic policies and commercial models. SEZs are a regulatory sandbox allowing for experimentation and refinement with limited danger to the rest of the economy. This is an often times overlooked, at least in the sense of not being talked about enough, function and advantage of SEZs. A regulatory sandbox is a framework set up by a regulator, in this case a Government, to allow small-scale, live testing of innovations by private firms in a controlled environment under the regulator's supervision. In other words, a Government has designated an area, invited the private sector, particularly foreign direct investment, though not necessarily exclusively so, to set up businesses in ways and in industries new and different than what they already have in the local economy. Zones therefore are environments – ecosystems - where both businesses and the regulators learn from each other. #SEZTalk #FreeZone #SEZ #sandbox

Today, BritishAmerican Business released the latest version of its annual Trade and Investment Guide, the most comprehensive resource for British companies seeking to expand their business in the US. Whether it’s fintech in Florida, energy solutions in Texas, electric vehicles in Indiana or creative industries in California, the Trade and Investment Guide is a crucial resource for UK companies looking to explore the vast opportunities the US has to offer. This Guide offers invaluable insights into the size and scale of the opportunities across the US, helping UK companies make the right investment decisions. To read BAB's Trade and Investment Guide to the US 2024/25, click here: https://lnkd.in/dKiNrb2P Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/d2nyirPU

PETER’S BUSINESS & FINANCE BRIEFING – Wednesday 08 May 2024, 06:00 Hong Kong Quick Summary - 4 Things To Know Before Asian Markets Open 1. The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) kept interest rates on hold yesterday but raised its short-term inflation forecast due to higher petrol prices and services inflation. The RBA held interest rates at 4.35% for the fourth straight meeting. The central bank said in a statement that that “inflation continues to moderate, but is declining more slowly than expected, “adding that it “remains high.” 2. Japan may have to take action against any disorderly, speculative-driven foreign exchange moves, the government's top currency diplomat Masato Kanda said on Tuesday, reinforcing Tokyo's readiness to intervene again to support a fragile yen. "It is preferable for exchange rates to remain in a stable manner following fundamentals, and if the market is functioning soundly in this way, there is of course no need for the government to intervene," Mr. Kanda, Japan's vice minister of finance for international affairs, told reporters. 3. Global trade growth is set to more than double this year as inflation eases and a booming US economy helps to drive activity, according to international bodies. The OECD, IMF and World Trade Organization are forecasting a sharp rebound in global flows of products this year after a slowdown in 2023 driven by higher prices, surging interest rates and sluggish demand. According to the OECD, global trade in goods and services is expected to rise 2.3% this year and 3.3% in 2025. This compares with growth of just 1% last year. 4. Apple has unveiled new iPads featuring what it called “an outrageously powerful chip for AI”, signalling the Silicon Valley giant’s growing focus on AI services. The company launched the “M4” chip for its latest iPad Pro devices on Tuesday, just months after it introduced the M3 alongside new Macs in October. In a pre-recorded live streamed event from its Cupertino, California headquarters, the company introduced the latest versions of its iPad Pro and iPad Air tablets, and an all-new Apple Pencil Pro. CEO Tim Cook said Tuesday’s announcement marked “the biggest day for iPad since its introduction.” Microsoft, Amazon and Google have all unveiled new processors focused on AI in the past few months. On Wednesday’s “Peter Lewis’ Money Talk” podcast, I’ll be joined by Dr Enzio von Pfeil von Pfeil, capital preservation specialist at Financial Shield, and Louisa Fok, China Equity Strategist at Bank of Singapore. With a view from Japan is John Beirne, Principal Economist at the Asian Development Bank. The podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. Spotify https://lnkd.in/gVEYjfX8 Google Podcasts https://lnkd.in/gxdtV_xk Apple Podcast https://lnkd.in/gnGPSNeU

BritishAmerican Business Launches New Trade and Investment Guide The guide offers practical advice on critical expansion considerations, including financial planning, logistics, legal services, and immigration. It highlights services provided by governments, economic development agencies, associations, and networks to support UK companies’ success in the US. BritishAmerican Business CEO Duncan Edwards emphasized the importance of navigating the extensive US market. With the US economy leading global growth and government investment incentives, this guide equips British firms to thrive.

Trade Republic: Democratizing Investing in Europe 🇪🇺 Trade Republic is dedicated to making investing accessible and affordable for everyone across Europe. Here's how they're transforming the traditional finance industry: Problems Solved: 1. High fees: Trade Republic offers commission-free stock and ETF trading, drastically reducing costs for investors. 2. Complex platforms: Their user-friendly app provides a seamless and intuitive experience, making investing approachable for beginners. 3. Limited fractional shares: Trade Republic allows users to buy fractions of shares, enabling investment with smaller capital and facilitating easier portfolio diversification. Challenges Faced: 1. Competition: Established brokerages with substantial resources present a continuous challenge. 2. Regulation: Navigating the ever-evolving regulatory landscape in Europe demands constant adaptation. 3. Building trust: Gaining the trust of new investors, particularly those unfamiliar with the financial markets, remains a priority. Competitive Edge: 1. Technology-driven platform: Trade Republic prioritizes a user-friendly and mobile-first experience, leveraging technology to enhance accessibility. 2. Fractional shares: This feature democratizes access to expensive stocks and promotes easier portfolio diversification. 3. Educational resources: Trade Republic offers in-app learning tools and educational content, empowering investors with knowledge and confidence. Trade Republic is reshaping the future of investing in Europe, providing individuals with the tools and resources they need to grow their wealth and achieve their financial goals. #StockMarket #FinancialLiteracy #PersonalFinance #moneymanagement #tech Team: Sahil Sawant Navya Mepani Yayin Matta Anushka Nagar Anush Jain

So many nuggets of wisdom shared by Sin Ting So We try to be smart about the wrong things with money. We invest based on market news, what's the latest hit stock pick, but rarely do we rationalise how we invest against our financial goals. That's where the hard work should be put in: detailing our goals and allocating our savings towards it. Also, when we keep it simple and focused, it will be easier for us to invest all our savings deliberately, across cash, CPF and SRS. Our financial success is ultimately driven by how much risk assets we hold, not how well we make tactical bets in the market. https://lnkd.in/gh4MBpya

PETER’S BUSINESS & FINANCE BRIEFING – Tuesday 16 April 2024, 06:00 Hong Kong Quick Summary - 4 Things To Know Before Asian Markets Open 1. Moody’s Analytics said in a new report Monday that the escalation of tensions in the Middle East over the weekend poses a significant threat to Asia-Pacific economies. They expect oil prices to add another $5 per barrel to the risk premium, pushing oil to the $90 to $95 per barrel range. Higher food and energy prices, as well as a handful of government initiatives, are keeping pressure on prices in Indonesia, South Korea, Singapore, Vietnam and Malaysia.   2. Policy makers are gathering in Washington this week for the spring meetings of the IMF and World Bank. Heading into the meetings the IMF has warned of a decade of disappointing growth and a rising risk of popular discontent as central banks continue to battle against inflation and governments struggle with high public indebtedness. Geopolitical risks are also hanging heavily over the outlook as economic policymakers prepare to meet in the coming days. These include a worsening situation in the Middle East, increased tensions between the US and China, protectionist policies and persistent inflation. 3. Germany’s Chancellor Scholz arrived in China Sunday on his second visit to the country as chancellor. Mr. Scholz will warn President Xi that he needs to act soon to avoid European Union tariffs meant to rebalance the trade relationship, including on electric vehicles. He will also recommend that China scale back production and engage in fair trade and treatment for German companies operating in the mainland, including giving non-Chinese companies the same advantages and subsidies as local manufacturers.   4. US retail sales were much stronger than expected in March, the latest indication that consumption remains strong despite inflationary pressures. Data from the US Census Bureau published on Monday showed that retail sales, which include spending on food and petrol, rose 0.7% last month. Economists had expected an increase of 0.3%. The figure for February was revised up from a rise of 0.6% to 0.9%. Eight out of 13 categories posted increases. Excluding food services, auto dealers, building materials stores and gasoline stations, the so-called core retail sales which are used to calculate GDP, jumped 1.1%. On Tuesday’s “Peter Lewis’ Money Talk” podcast, I’ll be joined by Mark Michelson, Chairman of the Asia CEO Forum at IMA Asia, Dr. Richard HARRIS, Chief Executive Officer at Port Shelter Investment Management, and our US Economics Correspondent, Writer & Broadcaster, Barry Wood. The podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts and Spotify. Spotify https://lnkd.in/gVEYjfX8 Google Podcasts https://lnkd.in/gxdtV_xk Apple Podcast https://lnkd.in/gnGPSNeU

Learn how divergent economic paths, timing of interest rate cuts, and spread dispersion among markets have created potentially compelling opportunities for active investors globally. Learn more → https://bit.ly/4dE7n9r