How geopolitics and trade shifts impact Asia-Pacific 

In this webcast, professionals explore the impact of renewed US-China tariffs on Asia-Pacific banking and capital markets, including risks, strategic responses and opportunities for financial institutions in a volatile landscape.

In this webcast, panelists discuss the impact of the ongoing US-China tariff tensions on the Asia-Pacific banking and capital markets sector. With global markets still recovering from the volatility sparked by President Trump's tariff announcements, the panelists explore the potential implications for Asia Pacific-based and inbound financial institutions.

Key topics include the effects of tariffs on credit risks, supply chain disruptions, interest rate volatility and reduced M&A or IPO opportunities. The discussion also covers how banks can refine their risk models, stress test for credit risks and adapt their pricing strategies.

Additionally, panelists will share insights on how corporate clients and family offices should plan their investments and respond to these dynamic challenges while identifying potential opportunities for growth and resilience.

Topics discussed include:

  • Impact of US-China tariffs: Understand the potential implications of ongoing tariff tensions on Asia-Pacific banks, including credit risks, supply chain disruptions and market volatility.
  • Strategic responses for banks: Learn how banks can adapt by refining risk models, stress testing credit risks and revising pricing strategies to mitigate challenges.
  • Opportunities amid uncertainty: Explore how financial institutions can identify opportunities to enhance performance, build operational resilience, and capture new clients despite global trade disruptions.

Panelists:

  • Cyrus Daruwala, Chairman, ASEAN Fintech Forum; Executive Director, ASEAN Economic Forum – Business Intelligence Unit; Partner, 3A Ventures International; Ex-IDC Managing Director, Financial Services and Fintech
  • Dr. Brian Wong, Assistant Professor in Philosophy and Fellow at HKU CCCW, and a known Geopolitical Strategist and Tech Advisor
  • Keith Pogson, EY Global Banking & Capital Markets Assurance Leader; Senior Partner, Financial Services, Ernst & Young LLP

Moderator:

  • Pat Tay, EY Asia-Pacific Banking & Capital Markets Leader

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