From hard policies to trade routes, the causes and effects of volatility are connected across the planet. To recognise the opportunities and risks, know how to pick the triggers to watch from the grey swans.
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July 2019
Damocles update: Who is at risk?
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For video surveillance companies in China, we believe there are a few ways to increase ... [Read more]
China video surveillance: Secure ground in the homeland
The ongoing and escalating US-China trade friction is no doubt negative for the world economy. ... [Read more]
June 2019
US-China trade diversion: Who benefits?
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The downward pressure on the renminbi since last June is a function of market sentiment ... [Read more]
NIFA featured article - Will the renminbi crack seven?
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The biggest risk currently facing the global economy is the lack of sufficient tools – ... [Read more]
NIFA featured article - Out of ammo: Why the next slowdown may be difficult to counter
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Highlights from Nomura Investment Forum Asia 2019
We found that a sustained rise in oil prices affects emerging markets more than developed ... [Read more]
May 2019
What drives the oil price rise matters
In view of a slower economy, overseas exposure has naturally become the key differentiator that ... [Read more]
April 2019
China home appliances: Structural positives, near-term challenges
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Low volatility, but can it last?
While Beijing’s policymakers are trying to boost growth by ramping up monetary and fiscal stimulus ... [Read more]
Chinese hog cycle and inflation
While household debt outstrips incomes across the country, is the UK unusual among its peers? ... [Read more]
What does rising household debt mean for the UK economy?
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Australia in 2019: soft growth, falling house prices and RBA rate cuts