Research Articles

Rheinmetall fell 19% in a day. Here is what the market got wrong about European defence
The market treated Germany’s warship decision as a retreat from rearmament, but the broader evidence suggests Europe is still moving from defence promises into production. With US protection becoming less automatic and US weapons supply constrained, European defence makers are gaining strategic relevance at a better valuation entry point.

Credit Update: 7+% yields offered by SoftBank’s medium-tenor USD bonds.
While SoftBank benefits from strong asset coverage, its growing reliance on OpenAI and AI investments has increased concentration and liquidity risks.

Japan Outlook 2H26: Rally isn’t over – but the winners are shifting
Japanese equities have delivered one of their strongest performances in decades. The key question now is whether this remarkable momentum can be sustained into 2H2026.

Idea Of The Week: This BlackRock Fund Helps you Lock In Good Return during Rate Hikes!
BlackRock’s short-duration USD bond fund offers low rate sensitivity, near-5% yield, and defensive resilience amid renewed rate-hike risks.

Credit Update: NAB – High-Quality Defensive Credit with Compelling Yield (4.5%–6.1%)
NAB is a defensive Big Four Australian bank credit, supported by resilient mortgages, solid capital/liquidity, and 4.5%–6.1% yields.

SpaceX has investors excited. Here's why we're looking elsewhere
SpaceX is one of the world's most compelling growth companies, but with lofty expectations already reflected in its valuation, we explore why investors may find more attractive risk-reward opportunities elsewhere.

Micron Q326: The Night Is Still Young
Micron again delivered earnings ahead of both market consensus and our expectations (since our previous update on March 26). We reaffirm BUY on Micron with a price target of US$1,665, implying ~+40% upside to the indicative post-print level of ~USD 1,186.

Broadcom Q2 26: Market frustration amidst absence of upward revision

Why Global Investors Always Hold US Dollars
A safe haven currency is one that tends to hold its value — or even strengthen — when global markets get shaky, because investors trust its underlying stability. Think of it like a sturdy umbrella: you don’t need it on a clear day, but it’s reassuring to have one on hand before the weather turns, rather than scrambling for one once the rain starts.

China has two AI trades right now. Here is why both are worth owning.
A-share hardware tech is up 47% this year while Hong Kong platform tech is down 17% — but the gap is not a verdict on which market is winning. It is a snapshot of two completely different AI stories at two completely different points in their cycle, and right now, both have meaningful upside ahead.