23 April 2025

Trade Tariffs: What Happens When the World Looks Inward

Imagine a world where every country pulls up the drawbridge. Borders harden, and exports grind to a halt as governments impose massive tariffs to “protect” local industry. It sounds like a push for independence, but in practice, it’s a blueprint for economic chaos.

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16 April 2025

Markets Fear Uncertainty More Than Bad News

Ask any seasoned investor what rattles markets the most, and they’ll likely say it's not recessions, rising interest rates, or even war; it’s uncertainty. That grey zone where possibilities are many, probabilities are unclear, and decisions feel like guesswork. The market can price risk, but what it can't price is the “not knowing”.

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09 April 2025

Rethinking Global Ties: Hong Kong’s Long Game

As the global investment landscape enters a period of recalibration, a striking divergence in strategy is emerging. While the United States appears increasingly focused on domestic policy and internal realignment, Hong Kong is quietly and deliberately expanding its international financial footprint - particularly toward markets such as the UK.

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02 April 2025

Inside GIS HK’s Expansive Market Coverage Strategy

In a world where capital never sleeps, GIS HK empowers professional investors to trade globally with confidence, clarity, and control.

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26 March 2025

From Wall Street to the East: Is the APAC Mega-Merger Wave Coming?

After a relatively quiet period, merger and acquisition (M&A) activity in the U.S. has surged back into the spotlight. With interest rates stabilising and capital markets showing renewed appetite, 2025 is shaping up as a comeback year for blockbuster deals. In sectors like tech, pharmaceuticals, and energy, the stage is set for transformative mergers as companies seek growth, scale, and efficiency through consolidation.

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19 March 2025

The Digital Yuan: Ushering in a New Era of Financial Innovation in China?

In a world rapidly shifting toward digital solutions, the emergence of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) is transforming the global financial landscape. Among these innovations, China’s Digital Yuan (officially known as the Digital Currency Electronic Payment or DCEP) stands out as a pioneering effort to reshape how money is used, controlled, and conceptualised. With the potential to redefine domestic commerce and international trade, the Digital Yuan is not just a currency but a strategic instrument for a digital future.

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