Guo Ji Jin Rong Bao·2025-09-18 15:32Group 1 - The Federal Reserve announced a 25 basis point cut in the federal funds rate target range to 4.00%-4.25%, marking the first rate cut in nine months and aligning with market expectations [1] - HSBC's Chief Investment Officer for Private Banking and Wealth Management in China emphasized the importance of diversified asset allocation across categories, industries, and regions to enhance portfolio resilience in a changing environment [1] - The resumption of the Fed's rate cut cycle may lower dollar cash rates and bond yields in the coming months, increasing the opportunity cost of holding cash assets [1] Group 2 - HSBC recommends positioning in high-quality bonds to prepare for the new round of Fed rate cuts, aiming to lock in current higher yields before further declines in dollar cash rates [1] - The slowdown in U.S. economic growth is expected to decrease the correlation between stocks and bonds, making bonds a crucial tool for diversifying portfolio risk [1] - HSBC maintains a positive outlook on gold as a hedge against global policy, economic growth, and geopolitical uncertainties, while also advocating for alternative assets like infrastructure and renewable energy [1] Group 3 - HSBC continues to favor a geographically diversified strategy in equities, maintaining a positive risk preference for global stocks, particularly in the U.S., Asia, and the UAE markets [1] - In Asia, apart from Chinese stocks, HSBC also sees potential in Singaporean stocks, reflecting an optimistic and diversified growth outlook for the region [2] - The weakening dollar and Fed rate cuts are expected to benefit Asian markets, with local central banks likely to follow suit in cutting rates to support economic growth and risk appetite [2]