Quarterly report
AI Tech drives APAC rally despite tariff uncertainty
Growth outlook in the APAC region has been greatly dampened by higher tariffs and weakening global demand. Central banks have responded by easing monetary policies to counter the slowing growth, given the falling inflation and high real interest rates. Easier policies and Technology, largely AI optimism, have driven the APAC equity rallies YTD. Bond yields fell on lower interest rates.
Key highlights:
- Macro and policy backdrop – Improved growth-inflation dynamics in APAC
- Asset class returns – APAC equities continued to outpace global peers
- APAC fixed income – YTD bond returns boosted by easing policy, except Japan
- APAC equities – Tech momentum continues with sustained AI optimism
- Foreign Exchange - Emerging Asia shows resilience amid Oct USD recovery
This report, published quarterly, delves into the major macroeconomic, fixed income, equity and FX market events shaping the APAC financial markets, leveraging our exclusive databases and platforms such as FTSE Russell indices across asset classes, LSEG Workspace, Lipper fund flows and many more.
From key market movements to emerging trends, this report provides insights on how those critical drivers impact different asset classes across individual APAC markets. This report also discusses the interplay between the APAC markets and global events, helping navigate the complexities of today’s financial world.
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