Bloomberg Tokyo Bureau Chief, AIA Group CIO, and Head of Equity Strategy at Standard Chartered discuss Japanese PM's US visit, APAC market outlook, China market plays, US investment in Japan, Asian geopolitical concerns, PM Kishida's popularity, project efficiency, and investment opportunities in India and Korea markets.

Mark Konyn, Chief Investment Officer at AIA Group, shares insights on the alarming deflation in China's economy, highlighting 2.3% drops in producer prices and the impact on consumer confidence. Gene Goldman, Chief Investment Officer at Cetera Financial Group, contrasts China's consumer demand strategies with those of North America and Europe during the pandemic. They also discuss cautious investment strategies for 2025, the challenges of stagflation, and the importance of diversification to manage market uncertainty.

Sean Darby, a Managing Director at Mizuho Securities Asia, Mark Konyn, Chief Investment Officer at AIA Group, and Louis Kuijs, APAC Chief Economist at S&P Global Ratings, delve into the intricacies of market trends and investor sentiment. They discuss the bond market's shifts and implications for central banks, focusing on inflation dynamics. The return of mega-cap tech firms contrasts with sector performances, and they analyze the potential effects of anticipated rate cuts on market stability. Additionally, they explore China's local government austerity amidst economic challenges.