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A weekly updates on key macro issues influencing developed and emerging markets around the world. Our economists, strategists and analysts share their insights, views and ideas to help guide your outlook. Subscribe now.For more from HSBC Global Research, email us at askresearch@hsbc.comStay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global Research follow us on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/hsbcresearch/ or click here: https://www.gbm.hsbc.com/insights/global-research. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 24, 2024 • 13min
The UK gears up for an election
With a general election now set for 4 July, Simon Wells, Chief European Economist, assesses the key challenges facing the incoming government.For more content from HSBC Global Research, follow us on LinkedIn: #HSBCResearch. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on Apple Podcasts or Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.Email us at AskResearch@hsbc.com for any questions.Disclosures and Disclaimers: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/zmgJvbL Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 17, 2024 • 11min
Europe’s gas turnaround
Kim Fustier, Head of European Oil & Gas Research, explains why there has been a striking shift in the region’s gas markets.For more content from HSBC Global Research, follow us on LinkedIn: #HSBCResearch. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on Apple Podcasts or Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.Email us at AskResearch@hsbc.com for any questions.Disclosures and Disclaimers: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/9SXVCdQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 10, 2024 • 13min
Gold's surprising surge
With gold prices recently hitting new highs, James Steel, Chief Precious Metals Analyst, looks at the unusual reasons behind the rally and whether it will last.For more content from HSBC Global Research, follow us on LinkedIn: #HSBCResearch. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on Apple Podcasts or Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.Email us at AskResearch@hsbc.com for any questions.Disclosures and Disclaimers: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/sVlxMLt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 3, 2024 • 13min
Funding the Future
Mark McDonald, Head of Data Science and Analytics at HSBC, outlines the findings from HSBC's inaugural Funding the Future Survey, which provides insights into investors’ views on venture capital, private equity, and high-growth sectors.For more content from HSBC Global Research, follow us on LinkedIn: #HSBCResearch. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on Apple Podcasts or Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.Email us at AskResearch@hsbc.com for any questions.Disclosures and Disclaimers: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/fQ67McT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 26, 2024 • 8min
The US election and trade
In this edition, Shanella Rajanayagam, Trade Economist, weighs up the risks around US trade tensions depending on who wins the presidential race.For more content from HSBC Global Research, follow us on LinkedIn: #HSBCResearch. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on Apple Podcasts or Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.Email us at AskResearch@hsbc.com for any questions.Disclosures and Disclaimers: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/tHPzpm7 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 19, 2024 • 14min
Why AI, aircons and fridges are feeling the heat
In this edition, Amy Tyler and Sean McLoughlin talk about their research into the global cooling market and why the boom in artificial intelligence may complicate efforts to bring down CO2 emissions.For more content from HSBC Global Research, follow us on LinkedIn: #HSBCResearch. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on Apple Podcasts or Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.Email us at AskResearch@hsbc.com for any questions.Disclosures and Disclaimers: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/gXDF9cF Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 11, 2024 • 6min
Two big themes at the HSBC Global Investment Summit
China and Artificial intelligence were among the themes dominating this year’s inaugural event in Hong Kong. Jing Liu, Chief Economist for Greater China, and Mark McDonald, Head of Data Science and Analytics, discuss.For more content from HSBC Global Research, follow us on LinkedIn: #HSBCResearch. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on Apple Podcasts or Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.Email us at AskResearch@hsbc.com for any questions.Disclosures and Disclaimers: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/gmDxPHs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 5, 2024 • 10min
Has Europe turned a corner?
Senior European Economist, Chris Hare, discusses Europe's economic prospects, including potential rate cuts, challenges of shifting savings rates, impact of elections on fiscal policies, obstacles to productivity growth, and the influence of AI on economic growth.

Mar 28, 2024 • 15min
Ready for rate cuts?
Global Chief Economist at HSBC Global Research, Janet Henry, discusses the outlook for the world economy amidst central banks' rate cutting cycles. Topics include positive economic signs, global GDP forecasts, US productivity advantage from AI adoption, post-election fiscal speculations, and policy rate forecasts with a focus on rate cuts.

Mar 22, 2024 • 10min
Shifting supply chains
Trade economist Shanella Rajanayagam discusses the reconfiguration of global supply chains, exploring topics like reshoring, China's evolving role in trade, and the impact of Gulf disruptions on container freight rates and global markets.
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