19. Could the Fed really stick with ”higher for longer”?
Oct 12, 2023
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This podcast discusses the impact of a hawkish US Federal Reserve on Asian markets, the strength of the US economy, and concerns about inflation due to oil supply cutbacks and geopolitical conflicts.
The hawkish stance of the US Federal Reserve has caused a spike in bond yields and negative reactions in equities and risk assets, posing potential risks to the US economy.
China's housing market plays a crucial role in the broader economy, and positive sentiment on real estate prices is crucial for sustained improvement. Additionally, sectors like automobile, renewable energy, and advanced manufacturing offer overlooked investment opportunities.
Deep dives
Impact of a Hawkish Federal Reserve on Bond Yields and Risk Assets
The focus on the Horkish Federal Reserve has led to a spike in bond yields and a negative reaction in equities and risk assets. The ongoing strength of the US economy, along with the higher-for-longer stance by the Fed, has contributed to the rise in bond yields. Inflation concerns, driven by the cutback in oil supply and geopolitical conflicts, have added further pressure. However, there is a risk of another policy error if the Fed commits to higher rates for an extended period, especially considering the potential impact on the US economy, including mortgage rates and small banks' balance sheets.
Outlook for China's Economy and Asset Allocation Recommendations
China's housing market and its impact on the broader economy remain key factors. While there have been policy stimuli to encourage home buying, sustained improvement will require more positive sentiment on real estate prices. Additionally, sectors like automobile, renewable energy, and advanced manufacturing are often overlooked but offer potential investment opportunities. Regarding asset allocation, focusing on long-duration assets, such as long-term government bonds and investment-grade corporate debt, can be beneficial. Growth and technology stocks may also perform well in a falling yield environment. Lastly, Asian high-dividend stocks and global corporate high-yield bonds could attract investor attention, although concerns over weaker growth and rising defaults may lead to some price volatility.
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Key Points on the Impact of Hawkish Federal Reserve and US Economy
In this 19th episode of the On Investors' Minds - APAC Edition podcast, Tai Hui discusses the key points from the 4th quarter Guide to the Markets Asia, including highlighting the spike in yields in the past few weeks on the back of a hawkish U.S. Federal Reserve. Listen now to get up to date and find out what this all means for investors.
For 10 years, the Market Insights program has been on the ground across the Asia Pacific region engaging with clients, and providing guidance on the complex global markets. Listen now and don't forget to subscribe to stay updated on future episodes of On Investors' Minds - APAC Edition. For more analysis on the financial markets, visit the J.P. Morgan Asset Management website.
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