US tariffs, Fed signals, and why Asian markets are staying cool

This week on Market Focus Weekly, host Emily Liu sits down with Cedric Ho, portfolio manager at MAD Partnership to discuss US President Donald Trump’s new tariffs and the recent interest rate decisions by the US Federal Reserve. They also discuss earnings from leading tech companies and insights on the Japanese economy and potential future rate hikes. Highlights: 01:17 US tariff negotiations update 04:03 Impact of US Federal Reserve decisions 06:06 Earnings season highlights 08:15 US dollar movements analysis 10:49 Thailand-Cambodia conflict 13:13 Bank of Japan policy meeting insights --- Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to [email protected]. --- Written and hosted by: Emily Liu ([email protected]) With Cedric Ho, portfolio manager, MAD Partnership 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.