Asia L/S Equity PM/Macro/Thematic Idea Generation

Rikki Malik

Cross Asset Strategy

<ul>
<li>There is a chance for a correction in the HK markets as latecomers to the party get nervous</li>
<li>All the signs are pointing to a continuation of this bull market as government support measures continue to roll out.</li>
<li>Don’t get bucked off that bull by a short-term correction!</li>
</ul>


There is a chance for a correction in the HK markets as latecomers to the party get nervous
All the signs are pointing to a continuation of this bull market as government support measures continue to roll out.
Don’t get bucked off that bull by a short-term correction!


<ul>
<li>A monthly review of how the markets and our themes are currently performing</li>
<li>Analysing what went wrong and what went right in stocks and sectors</li>
<li>Highlighting positions added or removed from the thematic investment portfolio</li>
</ul>


A monthly review of how the markets and our themes are currently performing
Analysing what went wrong and what went right in stocks and sectors
Highlighting positions added or removed from the thematic investment portfolio


April Themes and Thematic Portfolio Review

Macroeconomics

<ul>
<li>Qingming holiday sending surpasses  2019 levels on an absolute and per capita basis</li>
<li>A further relaxation of housing measures spurs increased mortgage demand</li>
<li>Two steps forward, one step back -typical signs of a bottoming-out economy.</li>
</ul>


Qingming holiday sending surpasses  2019 levels on an absolute and per capita basis
A further relaxation of housing measures spurs increased mortgage demand
Two steps forward, one step back -typical signs of a bottoming-out economy.


Chinese Data Continues to Improve Incrementally

Thematic (Sector/Industry)

<ul>
<li>China’s economic data is continuing to surprise on the upside.</li>
<li>Investors are starting to take notice and good news is not being ignored – a sign of a change in sentiment.</li>
<li>Economically sensitive and commodity-related sectors a good hunting ground for absolute returns</li>
</ul>


China’s economic data is continuing to surprise on the upside.
Investors are starting to take notice and good news is not being ignored – a sign of a change in sentiment.
Economically sensitive and commodity-related sectors a good hunting ground for absolute returns


What's up with Hong Kong? Bull Market Dude!

Equity Derivatives and Volatility Specialist, Clifton Derivatives

John Ley

Equity Derivatives and Volatility Specialist

Clifton Derivatives

Independent derivative and volatility research firm focusing on events/catalysts, earnings, relative value and cross asset volatility strategies.

Equity Derivatives

<ul>
<li>The US election is the ultimate of known unknowns. The markets have endured both Trump and Biden/Harris so impactful policy surprises should be limited. </li>
<li>Hedging cost are running high for Asian equities post August unwind and September stimulus combined with election. </li>
<li>Markets have some momentum and in some cases mean reversion to the price move on the day after the election. </li>
</ul>


The US election is the ultimate of known unknowns. The markets have endured both Trump and Biden/Harris so impactful policy surprises should be limited. 
Hedging cost are running high for Asian equities post August unwind and September stimulus combined with election. 
Markets have some momentum and in some cases mean reversion to the price move on the day after the election. 


EQD | US Election -  Hedge Considerations

China

The Shanghai Stock Exchange Composite Index is a capitalization-weighted index. The index tracks the daily price performance of all A-shares and B-shares listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange. The index was developed on December 19, 1990 with a base value of 100. 

Shanghai Stock Exchange Composite Index (SHCOMP INDEX)

Shanghai Stock Exchange Composite Index (SHCOMP INDEX)

Don’t Let the Bull Throw You Off!

HK markets may see a correction due to nervous latecomers, but signs point to a continued bull market with government support measures in place...

Rikki Malik

April Themes and Thematic Portfolio Review

We review overall market performance, our investment themes, highlighting additions and substractions in the thematic portfolio.

Rikki Malik

Chinese Data Continues to Improve Incrementally

Chinese consumer confidence rising as Qingming holiday spending surpasses 2019 levels, and increased mortgage demand seen due to housing measures...

Rikki Malik

What's up with Hong Kong? Bull Market Dude!

China's stronger economic data is catching investors' attention, signalling a shift in sentiment and highlighting opportunities in economically...

Rikki Malik

EQD | US Election - Hedge Considerations

The US election brings uncertainty, but market impact should be limited due to enduring Trump and Biden/Harris policies. Asian equities face high...

John Ley

Don’t Let the Bull Throw You Off!

​HK markets may see a correction due to nervous latecomers, but signs point to a continued bull market with government support measures in place...

Rikki Malik

April Themes and Thematic Portfolio Review

We review overall market performance, our investment themes, highlighting additions and substractions in the thematic portfolio.

Rikki Malik

Chinese Data Continues to Improve Incrementally

Chinese consumer confidence rising as ​Qingming holiday spending surpasses 2019 levels, and increased mortgage demand seen due to housing measures...

Rikki Malik

What's up with Hong Kong? Bull Market Dude!

​China's stronger economic data is catching investors' attention, signalling a shift in sentiment and highlighting opportunities in economically...

Rikki Malik

EQD | US Election - Hedge Considerations

​The US election brings uncertainty, but market impact should be limited due to enduring Trump and Biden/Harris policies. Asian equities face high...

John Ley

HK markets may see a correction due to nervous latecomers, but signs point to a continued bull market with government support measures in place...

Chinese consumer confidence rising as Qingming holiday spending surpasses 2019 levels, and increased mortgage demand seen due to housing measures...

China's stronger economic data is catching investors' attention, signalling a shift in sentiment and highlighting opportunities in economically...

The US election brings uncertainty, but market impact should be limited due to enduring Trump and Biden/Harris policies. Asian equities face high...