28 July 2023
Money in the Market: Why Japanese equities are worth another look
Japan’s economic outlook looks to be one of the most optimistic among the major economies this year and the next, driven by the country’s reopening from the pandemic, strong export growth due to a weak Japanese yen and a stimulative monetary policy maintained by the Bank of Japan.
In fact - the Japanese stock market has seen a strong rally so far this year, which has driven the Topix to its highest level in more than three decades.
Meanwhile, The Bank of Japan has loosened its grip on bond yields in Governor Kazuo Ueda’s first surprise move since taking the helm, a step that will likely spur talk of potential policy normalization to come..
So What’s next for Japanese equities?
On Money in the Market, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Aaron Chwee, Head of Wealth Advisory, OCBC Bank to find out why Japanese equities are so attractive right now.

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30 November 2022
Money in the Market: Are Singaporeans ready to face a financial crisis?
The uneven post-pandemic recovery, record-high inflation, soaring interest rates and geopolitical and market uncertainty have hit Singaporeans’ financial wellness. This year’s OCBC Financial Wellness Index dipped to 61, returning the score to 2020 levels. And the decline comes on the back of poorer investment returns, increased debt stress and derailed retirement plans. On Money in the Market, Hongbin Jeong spoke to Aaron Chwee, Head of Wealth Advisory, OCBC Bank to find out some of the investment trends amongst Singaporeans.

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