Fed watch, Japan’s rally, and Indonesia’s record run

Will the US cut interest rates in September? Why did gold price volatility spike this week? And what’s behind Indonesia’s stock market rally?  Emily Liu breaks down this week’s biggest stories with the help of Gary Tan, CEO of Allspring Global Investments in Singapore. Highlights: 01:36 US interest rate outlook  04:01 Japan interest rate outlook 06:08 Japan’s stock rally 07:39 Singapore GDP forecast 09:17 Gold market panic 11:43 Indonesia’s stock rally --- Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to [email protected]. --- Written and hosted by: Emily Liu ([email protected]) With Gary Tan, CEO, Allspring Global Investments Singapore Edited by: Chai Pei Chieh & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: Emily & Chai Pei Chieh A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media --- Follow Market Focus Weekly podcasts every Friday: Channel: bt.sg/btmktfocus Amazon: bt.sg/mfam Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/mfap Spotify: bt.sg/mfsp YouTube Music: bt.sg/mfyt Website: bt.sg/mktfocus Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice.  Discover more BT podcast series: BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks BT Correspondents at: bt.sg/btcobt BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/podcasts BT Branded Podcasts at: bt.sg/brpod BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.