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07/11/202413/12/2024InsightsJeron Yeoh

US Economy’s Progress Towards a “Soft Landing” Narrative

US Economy’s Progress Towards a “Soft Landing” NarrativeMacro EventsOn October 17, 2024, the European Central Bank (“ECB”) announced a significant adjustment, reducing its key interest rate to 3.25% [1]. This marks the ECB’s third quarter-point cut this year and represents…

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22/10/202415/01/2025InsightsBenjamin Lee

Singapore as a Financial Destination for Strategic Wealth Management

Singapore as a Financial Destination for Strategic Wealth ManagementOver the past few years, Singapore has solidified its position as a premier destination for ultra-high net worth individuals (UNHWIs) seeking strategic wealth management and family office services. With a favourable tax…

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17/10/202417/10/2024InsightsJeron Yeoh

Resurgence of Chinese Stocks

Resurgence of Chinese Stocks In September 2024, The Federal Reserve initiated its rate-cutting cycle with an assertive 50 bps reduction, a bolder step compared to other leading central banks. Fed Chair Jerome Powell emphasized that this decisive action was aimed…

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25/09/202426/03/2025InsightsBenjamin Lee

Choosing the Right Trust Structure for Asset Protection

Choosing the Right Trust Structure for Asset ProtectionIn today's intricate financial and legal environment, asset protection is crucial for any High Net Worth individual. Robust asset protection strategies not only shield wealth from unexpected claims or creditors but also ensure the…

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12/09/202426/03/2025InsightsJeron Yeoh

Tactical Positioning Amidst Imminent Rate Cuts in the US

Tactical Positioning Amidst Imminent Rate cuts in the USGlobal equities began August 2024 with a sharp decline as a series of global macroeconomic risks unsettled markets, sparking a widespread sell-off. The CBOE Volatility S&P 500 Index (“VIX”), often referred to…

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14/08/202414/08/2024InsightsJeron Yeoh

Broadening of Markets as Big Tech Pulls Back

Politics have dominated headlines in July 2024. On 13 July, former President Donald Trump was wounded in an attempted assassination during an election rally. [1] Shortly a week later, following a disappointing performance in a debate and repeated calls from…

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07/08/202426/03/2025InsightsBenjamin Lee

Estate Planning Essentials for Ultra-High Net Worth Individuals

Estate Planning Essentials for Ultra-High Net Worth IndividualsEstate planning has evolved into a crucial component of financial planning for ultra-high net worth individuals (UHNWIs). These exceptional individuals often have intricate and varied asset portfolios which can include businesses, real estate, investments,…

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24/07/202426/03/2025InsightsBenjamin Lee

The Role of Alternative Investments in Diversification

The Role of Alternative Investments in DiversificationAlternative investments are a vital part of strategic wealth management. These financial assets do not fall into the conventional categories of stocks, bonds, or cash. Rather, they are typically more complex and less liquid than…

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11/07/202414/08/2024InsightsJeron Yeoh

Mid-Year Outlook 2024 : Risks & Opportunities Amidst A Fragile World

Defining Moments in the First Half of 2024In the first half of 2024, the global economy exhibited robust strength, defying earlier predictions of rapidly falling inflation. This period also witnessed significant policy shifts. In March, the Swiss National Bank led…

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07/06/202426/03/2025InsightsJeron Yeoh

Navigating Inflationary Trends and Geopolitical Tensions

In May 2024, minutes from the recent Federal Open Market Committee (“FOMC”) meeting suggested that Federal Reserve officials grew more concerned about inflation [1], with members indicating that they lacked the confidence to move forward on interest rate reductions and…

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