Random Thoughts

Currencies: the Swiss Franc and the Renmimbi

Given recent developments. where are these two currencies headed? We give you our thoughts.

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Global Markets: Quo Vadis?

With market volatility having bottomed two months ago, markets are in confusion.  Where next? Do you buy or sell?

RMB: What next?

Are you still buying RMB in the hopes that it will keep appreciating?  We just released a piece on the Euro, one which has implications for the RMB

Euro: What next?

Just last week we issued a note on three trading strategies pertaining to the squall in Europe.  Today one of those ideas already has been breached, so we provide further guidance on how to make money off European bickering....

Europe: Three trading ideas

How do you rate recent Continental budget "disciipline?  How do you make money off your views?

Greece: The unanswered question

We all have read too much about Greece. But there is one question that remains unanswered, one that is pretty critical to your portfolio.

China: RMB Clatter

We recently issued a more substantial note on our views, none of which have changed. In light of recent developments we update these very briefly for you. 

China & Europe: Two hidden trends

What with all of the clatter about China and Greece,a couple of broader trends may have escaped your attention. Whilst these don't necessarily make you a fast buck, "the trend is my friend" and in that spirit we write t to you today. 

USA: Will her debt go the way of Japan's?

Many people, including myself, are concerned about the level of the US federal government budget deficit. after all, is not a "blow-out" imminent?  But maybe we are too worried? Does Japan provide worry-parallels? How do you save your money off this idea?

Budgets: Three exit strategies (Singapore, Hong Kong, India) & tomorrow's Thailand

Striking is that when it comes to the U.S., everyone - correctly - is focused on her monetary policy.  Her fiscal policy plays second or third fiddle. Meanwhile, in Asia, the fewest focus on monetary policy, while her fiscal policy gets a little more attention.  Yesterday we were meant to do a CNBC TV show on three budgets this week. Today, we outline some broad conclusions - and how to make money off these. You can see a video of the show by clicking here.   We also share our brief thoughts on what you should be doing in your portfolio about Thailand, given tomorrow's important event.