Manpreet Gill, Special to Gulf News

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Where should investors pivot to in H2-2025?

Asian markets could be a choice, and with a mix of gold and alt investments

By the looks of it, there could be more US market volatility until such time the tariff issue is sported out. Investors will do well to opt for diversified global equity mix.

US bonds are worth it despite downgrades

Investors should be more worried about US inflation downsides than rating

US bonds still carry quite a reservoir of value whatever be the rating agencies have to say.

Dollar’s been flexing its strength for some time now

Investors will do well to be prepared for dollar losing a bit of that sheen

If the dollar starts to weaken at some point, that will have some effect on the US trade deficit too. As far as investors are concerned, they need to be alert to any movements in the short-term.

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‘Commodity currencies’ can help smaller investors get some exposure at the right time

The Australian, New Zealand and Canadian dollars offer an indirect way to plug into a basket of commodities. More so, if they are riding a wave.

Safe haven currencies can help your portfolio

Investors should however refrain from seeking a ‘perfect’ safe haven

Gold's rise in recent months has always been about safe haven asset picking. But there are more such that could lessen the risk upside.

Why Indian bonds can offer more growth boosters

India’s stock market gains have garnered overseas investor interest, bur there’s more

India's economy and its stock markets continue to stick to high growth trajectories. It's getting more foreign investors quite interested.

US, India stocks seem ripe for more attention

Upcoming US Presidential election need not prove such a distraction for investors

A strong corporate reporting season in H2-24 should provide more room for US stocks to perform. There are other markets too...

Gold is not going to regain past glories

A new gold standard even with a waning dollar looks unlikely

Even with all the favourable factors going its way, gold failed to break through to new levels on the upside. That does undercut its prospects.

Should investors go over-weight on cash?

Sure, cash deposits are offering some sizeable returns - but keep an open mind

Investors should keep seeking top-notch bonds from the developed markets to better future-proof their investments.

Will ‘de-dollarization’ gain more traction?

Lessening dollar’s influence as reserve currency will take time, but watch out for gold

Yes, US dollar's share of global FX reserves has been on a two-decade decline. But it still exerts quite an influence.

Investors need to think global on fund placement

Continued bias on investing close to home is getting in their way

If only more investors looked outside of their home turfs in allocating funds, they could have done a lo better.

Is the US dollar heading for a dip in ‘23?

The greenback’s up 25% since mid-2021, but chances are this is running out of steam

The US dollar's performance should always be looked into on relative terms. That's when the whole currency markets make much more sense.

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