Trends for Asia in 2015: Bloomberg Intelligence

The video discusses the potential for a split year in Macau's casino business, with challenges in the first half and opportunities in the second. It also covers the expected slowdown in Chinese auto sales due to economic factors, with SUVs likely to grow faster. The wearable technology sector is poised for a shift in focus towards developers, especially with the Apple Watch. Lastly, the baby food market is expected to grow, driven by falling milk powder prices and strong demand from Asian consumers.

What are some challenges faced by Macau's casino business in the first half of the year?

• Investor sentiment

• Increased hotel capacity

• Anti-extravagance campaign

• New resort openings

What is a potential strategy for automakers to increase sales in a slower growth environment?

• Increase material costs

• Focus on SUV production

• Reduce hotel capacity

• Launch new resorts

Which market is expected to be a litmus test for wearable technology in 2015?

• Macau casino market

• Baby food market

• Chinese auto market

• Wearable technology market

What factor is likely to boost margins for baby food formula makers?

• Growth in wearable technology

• Rise in hotel capacity

• Drop in whole milk powder prices

• Increase in SUV sales

What is the expected annual growth rate for baby food sales through 2019?

• 12.5%

• 10%

• 15%

• 5%