Equities

The carrier chooses asset-liability matching and robust corporate earnings to navigate complex geopolitical and consumption headwinds in 2026.

Asian equities slide as surging US yields and geopolitical tensions hit North Asia’s growth sectors, sparking debate over a brief reset versus deeper repricing.

After a pioneer listing, the fund aims to bring prime state assets to the market, capitalising on macroeconomic reforms and robust investor demand.

China’s reorientation of exports is reshaping global trade dynamics, intensifying competition for ASEAN manufacturers while exposing structural weaknesses in Europe and deepening commodity dependence in Latin America.

Superannuation managers are increasing trading frequency, tilting geographically and adding private market exposure as geopolitical shocks, AI disruption and energy politics drive sharper market divergence.

Taiwan’s ascent, powered by the AI-driven surge in chip stocks, has reshaped the region’s market hierarchy and raises questions about concentration risk, capital flows and the durability of the current tech cycle.

Panellists at the 21st Asian Investment Summit told investors to keep steady, avoid overreacting and build resilient portfolios.

As early 2026 volatility drives AI valuations back to an attractive discount, Morningstar’s latest research highlights massive global fund inflows alongside a stark performance divide across Asian markets.

By mixing AI speed with human insight, institutions are building portfolios that prize both quantitative discipline and qualitative judgment.

Asset owners across APAC are turning to data-driven, machine-led investment strategies to strip behavioural biases from their portfolios and uncover untapped sources of diversification.

Local equities are increasingly viewed as resilient havens amid Middle East-driven volatility, underpinned by structural energy security and a tech-focused IPO market.

Record retail inflows have insulated Indian equities from global volatility, but asset owners face challenges as structural reliance on domestic liquidity may be masking overvalued earnings and a mounting sensitivity to oil prices.