I had a lengthy call with several team partners from Singapore and Hong Kong this morning. We discussed the latest rate actions from both the Bank of Japan and the Bank of England. In case you were curious, the BOJ hiked rates, for the second time this year, to the new rate of 0.25%, a…

The rapid strengthening of the Japanese Yen is adding to turbulence across global markets. It has fueled speculation about whether this could mark the end of the popular “carry trade”, wherein an investor borrows in a currency with low interest rates, such as the Yen, and reinvests the proceeds in another currency or asset with a higher rate…

For many, retirement is the realization of a long-held dream, offering the freedom to engage in hobbies, travel, and spend quality time with loved ones. However, numerous retirees express having some regrets. In this session, my guest speaker will discuss some common retirement regrets and offer tips to help you avoid them. If you are…

Thousands of years ago, before the use of horses, Native Americans utilized a hunting technique that preyed on animalistic instincts. This technique was called the buffalo jump. Hundreds of buffalo could be killed at a time without the use of weapons. Tribesmen would set up a path lined with piles of rocks and tree stumps,…

Gold has performed remarkably well so far in 2024. According to World Gold Council, the yellow metal has thus far benefitted from continued central bank buying, Asian investment flows, resilient consumer demand, and a steady drumbeat of geopolitical uncertainty. As an investment for the long-term investors, gold helps enhance portfolio diversification, acts as store of value,…