The US Fed’s decision to front load its rate cut reduces the risk of a hard landing in the future. The rate cut is likely to influence Asian central banks to follow suit, potentially increasing the appeal of Asian bonds. Meanwhile the USD is also likely to lose its relative carry appeal, providing tailwinds to Asian currency strength. However, markets are expected to remain volatile on the continued unwinding of Yen carry, global slowdown, and geopolitical risks.
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