Serena Tang

Serena Tang, Chief Global Cross-Asset Strategist at Morgan Stanley, shares her insights on U.S. market superiority during uncertain times. She discusses the advantages of overweighting U.S. equities and core fixed income like treasuries, emphasizing quality investments. With global growth slowing, she reassures investors that risky assets can still thrive. The conversation also dives into asset pricing strategies, the implications of a potential dollar weakening, and the bullish outlook for U.S. treasuries, all while highlighting the unique strength of U.S. assets.

Serena Tang, Morgan Stanley's Chief Global Cross Asset Strategist, discusses the positive macro backdrop for asset markets, recommending focusing on cheap optionality, convexity, and carry. The podcast explores the impact of upcoming events like the US elections on economic forecasts, bullish prospects for European and Japanese equities, and caution on emerging markets. Additionally, the discussion includes a detailed analysis of fixed income, commodities outlook, and global market analysis with suggested investment strategies.

In this episode, Serena Tang, Morgan Stanley’s Chief Global Cross-Asset Strategist, reveals crucial insights on fund flows and their significant influence on global markets. She discusses current movements of cash into bonds versus stocks, noting the persistent dominance of bonds despite a rally in equities. Serena also highlights how understanding these flows can empower both retail and institutional investors to gauge market sentiment and adjust their strategies accordingly. Tune in for valuable perspectives on demand trends and investor psychology!