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Bloomberg Daybreak: Asia Edition

Traders Look to Trump Trade; GE Aerospace CEO Larry Culp

Oct 29, 2024
Daniel Lam, Head of Equity Strategy at Standard Chartered Wealth Solutions, dives into how upcoming U.S. elections might sway Asian stock markets and tech investments. He discusses the impact of rising yields on currencies, notably the yen, and highlights a shift in investment from China to India due to growth prospects. Meanwhile, Larry Culp, CEO of GE Aerospace, addresses the aerospace industry's supply chain challenges, emphasizing collaboration with suppliers to overcome production hurdles and meet growing demand for new aircraft.
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  • Political uncertainty around the U.S. elections is driving investors to consider gold as a stable asset amidst fluctuating yields.
  • The aerospace sector is tackling supply chain challenges but remains optimistic due to a strong demand for modern aircraft technologies.

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Investment Strategies Amidst Political Uncertainty

The current investment landscape is characterized by heightened uncertainty due to upcoming U.S. elections and fluctuating yields. Investors are advised to view current yield levels as attractive for medium to long-term investments, suggesting that as yields stabilize, opportunities may arise for those with a longer investment horizon. In light of this political uncertainty, gold has been emphasized as a preferred asset class, expected to perform well regardless of election outcomes due to ongoing budget deficits and geopolitical tensions. Additionally, analysts suggest that both candidates are unlikely to prioritize deficit reduction, which adds to the investor anxiety but also points to potential market shifts post-election.

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