Ryan Wang, US Economist, and Dhiraj Narula, US Rates Strategist, look at the key issues facing the Federal Reserve this year.

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The Macro Brief – The Fed in focus

Herald welcomes fellow Asia Equity Strategist Prerna Garg to the studio to discuss the role of retail investors in the region, how they're reshaping the investment landscape and where they're choosing to put their money.

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Under the Banyan Tree – Anatomy of an Asian retail investor

Paola Correa, Sustainability and Social Responsibility Manager, Alpura, joins Diego Spannaus, Head of Sustainable Finance and Transition, Latin America, HSBC, to explore Alpura's sustainability journey and discover how the company is driving a sustainable future in Mexico's dairy industry. The conversation highlights innovative strategies in reducing emissions, promoting gender equality, and driving social responsibility.

This episode was recorded on 16 October 2025.

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Perspectives: Driving sustainability through social impact at Alpura

Following a standout 2025, Ali Cakiroglu, Emerging Markets Strategist, looks at the drivers for EM assets in 2026.

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The Macro Brief – The case for emerging markets

With geopolitics, the energy transition and changing investor preferences all affecting the price of commodities right now, Fred welcomes Paul Bloxham, Chief Economist for Global Commodities to the podcast.

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Under the Banyan Tree – Commodities: Behind the headlines

From the latest innovations to the investment strategies of big tech giants, Nicolas Cote-Colisson, Head of Global Tech Platforms Research, outlines what to watch out for in the tech sector this year.

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The Macro Brief – Global tech trends

Fred and Herald are joined by Chief China Economist Jing Liu to discuss the major talking points for Chinese markets and economics in the Year of the Horse.

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Under the Banyan Tree – China: what to watch in 2026

From inflation and monetary policy to trade and AI, Janet Henry, Global Chief Economist, looks at the factors set to shape the world economy this year.

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The Macro Brief – The global economy in 2026

Fred and Herald kick off 2026 with a round-up of what we think could be the highlights for Asian markets and economics in 2026.

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Under the Banyan Tree – Reading the tea leaves in 2026

Ding Chen, CEO, CSOP Asset Management, joins Oliver Kadhim, Head of the Institutional Client Group, Asia, HSBC, on our latest podcast episode to delve into what’s driving the momentum in Asia’s ETF market and the risks associated with this change.

This episode was recorded on 14 October 2025.

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Perspectives: Mapping the future of Asia’s ETF market

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