With growing geopolitical uncertainty, shifts in fiscal and monetary policy, and elevated valuations in technology stocks, the market is becoming increasingly complex. Should investors reconsider their equity strategies and adjust their global equity allocations? Is it becoming more challenging to navigate volatile markets?

In this episode of HSBC Premier Elite Wealth Studio, we’ve invited Alex Ng, Managing Director and Head of Intermediary, Asia Client Group at Janus Henderson Investors, and Ravel Li, Senior Investment Insights Manager, HSBC Private Bank and Premier Wealth, to analyse the global market landscape and share insights on building effective investment strategies.

Over the past year, the USD has come under significant pressure. With the Federal Reserve Chair set to change in May this year, how might this impact the dollar’s performance? As central banks around the world leave the door open for rate cuts or rises, what effect could this have on the currency markets? Will the gold price continue its momentum after a strong 2025?

In this episode of HSBC Premier Elite Wealth Studio, we’ve invited Jackit Wong, FX Strategist, HSBC Global Investment Research and Ravel Li, Senior Investment Insights Manager, HSBC Private Bank and Premier Wealth, to discuss this year’s currency market trends, explore how to navigate market volatility and seize potential opportunities.

Hong Kong’s flagship financial event, the Asian Financial Forum, successfully concluded this week! As the event’s Global Connectivity Partner, we brought the latest episode of HSBC Premier Elite Wealth Studio straight from the forum floor. We were joined by two special guests who played a pivotal role in making the event happen: Frederick Ma, Chairman of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), and Maggie Ng, Chief Executive Officer and Head of Retail Banking and Wealth at HSBC Hong Kong. Together, they shared their insights on this year’s forum and discussed the outlook for the financial industry.

The rapid development of AI has become a key topic for investors. As the AI trend reshapes business models, is it a challenge or an opportunity? And does market concern over an AI bubble impact the industry's growth?

In the latest episode of HSBC Premier Elite Wealth Studio, we explore the latest industry development. We’re joined by Maryann Tsang, Senior Managing Director of Capital Markets at SenseTime, one of Mainland China’s leading AI companies, who shares her perspective on the future of the innovative technology sector.

According to the latest HSBC’s survey, it takes an average of 8 years for Hong Kong millionaires to grow their assets to become multi-millionaires. What are the characteristics of their investment strategies, and what could help accelerate their wealth accumulation? Hong Kong stock market was booming last year. Which industries are worth paying attention to? What measures will the HKEX take to improve its competitiveness in the new year?

In the latest episode of HSBC Premier Elite Wealth Studio, we are joined by Gregory Yu, Managing Director, Head of Markets at HKEX, and Brian Hui, Chief Customer Officer at HSBC Hong Kong, to discuss the prospects of Hong Kong stock market, and what we can consider growing our first pot of gold

Over the past year, the U.S. tariff policy and the AI boom have triggered significant market volatility. How could investors position themselves next year? After the massive run-up in tech stocks, can they still lead the pack? Looking across global markets, which regions and sectors should we pay attention to?

In the age of AI, humanoid robotics applications are expanding, how much room for growth is there? Beyond industrial production, humanoid robots have already been integrated into various sectors, which areas have the greatest potential in future? Is there room for the industry to lower costs and make humanoid robots more widely available?

The future of driving is being rewritten by AI, shifting autonomous driving and self-parking from science fiction to reality. How is AI shaping the future of the auto industry? With both traditional automakers and global tech giants racing into the EV sector, the industry is entering a trillion dollar battleground. How will the competitive landscape evolve?

Survey shows that people in Hong Kong have an average of about 25 years of retirement life, and new trends such as mini-retirement or multi-retirement have become more popular in recent years among Gen Z and Millennials, how can we prepare properly for these changes? With life expectancy rising, what pressure and impact does this have on our healthcare system?

Spot gold price hit USD4,200 in mid of November, followed by fluctuations and softening. Despite this, it is still up more than 50% this year. What are the medium- and long-term performance indicators? Our latest survey further shows that affluent investors in Hong Kong have doubled their allocations in gold this year, accounting for 11% of their overall investment portfolio. What are the reasons behind?

Since the launch of Cross-boundary Wealth Management Connect 2.0, the number of mainland Chinese investors’ accounts in Hong Kong has surged. How attractive is Hong Kong as a cross-border wealth management hub? What are the differences in investment preferences between Hong Kong and mainland Chinese clients? Which asset classes help balance risk and return?

The Fed announced another interest rate cut by 0.25% in October, which is the second consecutive rate cut this year. What are the factors driving the Fed’s decision? How is the Fed going to balance the risks of a deteriorating job market and rising inflation? What is the Fed’s rate path going forward?

China's economic growth slowed in the third quarter, but it still beat market expectations. What's the outlook? Can trade-in subsidies continue to boost retail performance? Can new consumer sectors like blind boxes become new growth engines?

In recent years, Hong Kong has been actively promoting the development of innovative technology. What progress has been made? What competitive advantages does Hong Kong have in artificial intelligence, pharmaceutical research, and the low-altitude economy? Are there any new supporting policies?

The US government announced additional 100% tariffs on Chinese imports. How will this new round of tariff negotiations impact the market? How significant will China's export controls on rare earths impact global industries? In the context of the tariff negotiations and market volatility, which asset classes can investors look at?

In this first episode, we have invited Michelle Kwok, Managing Director, Head of Hong Kong Equity Research and Regional Head of Real Estate Research at HSBC and Joseph Tsang, Chairman of JLL Hong Kong, delving into the most pressing topic for Hong Kong residents – the trends in the Hong Kong property market. The market has recently shown signs of stabilisation, how will the full year performance be? How significant will mainland funds and interest rate trends impact the market outlook?