Markets Will Get Worse, Before Getting Better, Says Bank of Singapore's Cheo

The video discusses the current market conditions, advising caution due to uncertainties like trade tensions. It highlights the performance of emerging markets, particularly in Asia, and suggests that while these markets are economically healthy, investors should remain cautious. The US-China trade tensions are a significant source of uncertainty, making it difficult to make aggressive investment decisions.

What is the recommended investment strategy in light of the market conditions discussed for the second half of 2018?

• Invest heavily in emerging markets

• Stay slightly underweight in equities

• Avoid all market investments

• Increase investment in equities

What significant change has the MSCI Emerging Markets Index experienced recently?

• It has reached an all-time high

• It has remained stable

• It has fallen the most since 2015

• It has shown consistent growth

Which region within emerging markets is highlighted as economically healthy?

• EM Latin America

• EM Africa

• EM Asia

• EM Europe

What is the main source of uncertainty affecting market decisions according to the final section?

• European financial policies

• Global oil prices

• US-China trade tensions

• Middle East conflicts

What is the advised approach towards investing in emerging market equities at this time?

• Invest only in developed markets

• Make aggressive investments

• Completely withdraw investments

• Stay invested but cautious