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  Market Watch - Sep 15, 2026 15.09.2026 7min

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  Can Markets Handle 5% Treasury Yields? 15.09.2026 12min

  US Treasury yields have crossed the psychologically important 5% level as markets brace for another Federal Reserve rate hike, while persistent inflation, heavy government borrowing and US$100-plus oil add to the pressure. Yet US equities have remained surprisingly resilient despite the increasingly difficult backdrop. Can corporate earnings continue supporting stocks as borrowing costs climb, and are investors prepared for a broader period of synchronised monetary tightening around the world?Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Are Markets Heading for a Stagflation Shock? 14.09.2026 12min

  Oil is back above US$100, bond yields are approaching uncomfortable levels and major central banks are turning increasingly hawkish, raising the risk of a difficult combination of persistent inflation and weaker growth. Meanwhile, investors are weighing whether US Treasuries look attractive at yields near 5%, whether China can shift from export-led growth towards stronger domestic demand, and whether gold can withstand higher rates. Are global markets entering a new tightening cycle, and where can investors find shelter if the energy shock persists?Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Which Risk Bites Equities First? Oil Above $100 Or Rising Yields? 11.09.2026 12min

  US equities slipped overnight as Brent pushed above US$100, nearly 30% off its early-August lows, while longer-dated Treasury yields kept climbing despite the Treasury tripling its bond buyback to US$6 billion. Hebe Chen, Senior Market Analyst at Vantage Markets, tells us which of those two pressures is the bigger threat to stocks right now, what the latest PPI and jobless claims data mean for Fed rate expectations, and why gold is holding up even with yields elevated. We also look at the yen at seven-month highs ahead of a possible BOJ hike, and what a stronger currency does to Japanese equities and the carry trade.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Why REITs Are Delivering But Not Rewarding Investors? 10.09.2026 10min

  Bursa Malaysia's REIT Index has had a roller-coaster year, and unlike the benchmark index it remains in the red — even as the 20 companies it tracks delivered a sturdy set of first-half results, with growth in both revenue and dividends. So why the disconnect? Afifah Ishak, Equity Research Analyst at Affin Hwang Investment Bank, joins us to break down the 2Q2026 reporting season: which sub-sectors are outperforming across retail, office, industrial and hospitality, what the removal of the 10% withholding tax on REIT dividends means for retail investors, how rising bond yields are testing the sector's defensive appeal, and why soft tourist numbers are weighing on hospitality and retail names. She also explains the risks to her Overweight call — and shares her top picks.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  With Oil Spikes, Where Are Markets Really Heading? 10.09.2026 10min

  Global equity sentiment turned lower as oil prices hit their highest in over three months — but tech has been the surprising bright spot through the latest correction. Tony Nash, CEO of Complete Intelligence, joins us to unpack whether this is a buying opportunity, what's driving diesel and copper to record highs, and why the Atlanta Fed's 4.7% GDPNow forecast has revived talk of a rate hike before year end. He also weighs in on the Japanese yen's surge to a seven-month high against the dollar, and what a stronger yen means for global financial markets.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Can Malaysia’s Tech Rally Keep Running? 09.09.2026 10min

  Malaysia’s technology sector has been one of Bursa Malaysia’s standout performers in 2026, fuelled by booming investment in AI, semiconductors and data centres. Second-quarter earnings largely lived up to expectations, but the technology index has since retreated from its highs and valuations remain demanding. Which Malaysian companies are capturing the biggest gains from the global AI spending boom, what could derail the sector’s momentum, and is there enough growth ahead to justify its premium valuations?Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  China: Exports, Banks and the Yuan 09.09.2026 12min

  China’s August exports grew 25% from a year ago, accelerating from the previous month. But this stronger than expected performance was based on three categories: integrated chips, computing equipment and EVs. Meanwhile, with the Chinese yuan hitting a three and a half year high against the USD recently questions are being asked about more upside to the currency. Finally we look at the move by China’s Finance Ministry which led a 360 billion yuan capital injection exercise over the weekend.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Can Equities Keep Rising as Rates Climb? 08.09.2026 13min

  Strong US jobs data has kept a September Federal Reserve rate hike firmly in play, testing whether equities can continue performing in an environment of elevated borrowing costs and a resilient economy. In Japan, a stronger yen and speculation over a faster pace of Bank of Japan tightening are also putting monetary policy back in focus. Meanwhile, gold has lost some of its momentum since Jackson Hole. Are markets prepared for further rate hikes, and has gold’s rally finally run its course?Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Malaysia’s Data Centre Boom Hits Its Limits 07.09.2026 8min

  Malaysia’s data-centre story is entering a new phase as the focus shifts from building facilities to actually powering, cooling and connecting them. With electricity capacity emerging as a major constraint, alongside water availability and network connectivity, the investment opportunity could increasingly move from construction players towards utilities, renewable energy providers and connectivity operators. What will determine which projects successfully come online, and which Malaysian companies stand to benefit as the country’s data-centre industry matures?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Are Markets Ready for Another Rate Hike? 07.09.2026 13min

  A surprisingly strong US jobs report has reinforced expectations that the Federal Reserve could raise rates again, putting even greater focus on this week’s inflation data. At the same time, global bonds are reeling from a sharp sell-off, US equities have lost some momentum and semiconductor stocks are showing fresh signs of life. With the Japanese yen also experiencing another volatile week, where should investors be looking for opportunities as markets adjust to the prospect of tighter monetary policy?Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Oil, Jobs And The Fed's Next Move 04.09.2026 13min

  US markets closed higher overnight, but the calm hides a lot of tension underneath. Oil has pushed to its highest level since July as the Middle East conflict intensifies, and August payrolls land tomorrow after July's big negative surprise, leaving the Fed staring at a possible stagflation problem. Volumes have been thin, Treasury yields are climbing, and the question is whether that's a strong economy or a market that's stopped believing in the AI trade. We speak to Tim Mulholland, President of TJM Limited, on what's actually moving markets right now and where the opportunities are.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Corporate Malaysia Best Quarter Since 2020 04.09.2026 9min

  Malaysian corporate earnings for the June quarter came in stronger than almost anyone expected, with more positive surprises and fewer misses than the first quarter. For the first time since December 2020, not a single sector reported earnings that missed expectations overall, helped by strong commodity prices, our position as a net oil and gas exporter, and a resilient tech sector. But even with that showing, RHB is holding its year-end KLCI target at 1,750 points and staying Neutral on sectors like gaming, auto and rubber gloves. We speak to Alexander Chia, Head of Regional Equity Research at RHB Investment Bank, on what the results tell us about where the local bourse goes from here.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Can America Grow Its Way Out of Debt? 03.09.2026 11min

  The G20 has wrapped up against a backdrop of geopolitical tensions, trade disputes and rising global bond yields, with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent arguing that economic growth is the best answer to America’s mounting debt burden. Meanwhile, markets are pricing in the possibility of another Federal Reserve rate hike, while stronger consumer confidence is adding to expectations that the Bank of Japan could tighten policy again. Can growth really solve America’s debt problem, and are markets prepared for interest rates to remain higher for longer?Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Are Bond Markets Becoming the Bigger Risk? 02.09.2026 14min

  Fresh US economic data, rising global bond yields and renewed Middle East tensions are giving investors plenty to contend with as September gets underway. Meanwhile, Kevin Warsh’s hawkish Jackson Hole message has kept another Federal Reserve rate hike firmly on the table. With Treasury yields testing uncomfortable levels and higher oil prices adding to inflation concerns, how much room do policymakers have to respond, and where should investors be positioning themselves in an increasingly uncertain market?Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Warsh Puts Rate Hikes Back In Play 01.09.2026 12min

  Kevin Warsh has used his first Jackson Hole address as Fed Chair to put the fight against inflation firmly back at the centre of monetary policy, raising expectations that another rate hike could come as soon as September. Meanwhile, renewed US-Iran tensions are pushing energy prices higher, Treasury yields remain elevated and the Japanese yen is once again under pressure. With US equities coming off a strong August, can markets continue climbing as investors confront the prospect of higher-for-longer interest rates?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Inside Malaysian Banks' Q2 Earnings 01.09.2026 9min

  Malaysia’s banking sector has just wrapped up its second-quarter 2026 earnings season, offering fresh insights into how the country’s largest lenders are navigating current operating conditions. Chin Jin Han, Research Analyst at Affin Hwang Investment Bank, joins BFM’s Market Watch to break down key earnings drivers, emerging operational pressures, and where the true risks lie for the remainder of the year.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The Ringgit's Rally Isn't Really About Malaysia 28.08.2026 10min

  The ringgit has firmed against the US dollar in recent weeks, from around RM4.09 in mid-August to roughly RM4.03 — but how much of that is a Malaysia story, and how much is simply a softer greenback ahead of Jackson Hole? Against the yuan the picture reverses: the ringgit has slipped since May, with one ringgit now buying about 1.67 yuan, down from 1.73 — and China is still our largest trading partner. We look at what could carry this appreciation into September and what might reverse it quickly, how the ringgit is tracking against the Singapore and Australian dollars, and whether it has earned the label of Asian outperformer. We also touch on the yen after this month's joint US-Japan intervention, and which Asian currencies have the most upside from here. We speak to Stephen Chiu, Chief Emerging Markets FX Strategist at Bloomberg Intelligence.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Warsh's First Jackson Hole, And The Weakening US Dollar 28.08.2026 11min

  We look at what yesterday's jobless claims say about the US labour market, and what to listen for when Kevin Warsh delivers his first Jackson Hole keynote as Fed chair tonight. With Treasury yields easing and the dollar near its weakest since May, we ask whether the worst of the bond turmoil has passed, whether the Fed's next move could be a hike rather than a cut, and how investors should be hedging against a devaluing dollar. We speak to Laurent Lequeu, Independent Market Analyst and Writer of The Macro Butler Newsletter.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Nvidia Earnings: Has The AI Trade Peaked? 27.08.2026 12min

  Nvidia's earnings are once again taking center stage as the AI market barometer, even as tech behemoths commit close to US$700 billion in AI CAPEX this year alone, increasingly funded through debt. Patrick Chang, Chief Investment Officer at CIMB Bank, joins BFM’s Market Watch to unpack what Nvidia's numbers signal for the broader market, the evolution of AI monetisation, and where the next compelling investment themes lie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.