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The video discusses market targets for various indices, focusing on Asia ex Japan. It explores the components of market growth, including earnings and re-rating, and provides strategies for investing in Asia. Key investment themes such as cash distribution, consumption, and financials are highlighted. The video also examines the sustainability of dividend yields and the trend of increased cash distribution by corporates.

What are the two main components contributing to the expected price increase in Asia ex-Japan?

• Interest rate cuts and foreign investments

• Government policies and trade agreements

• Inflation and currency devaluation

• Earnings growth and market re-rating

Which investment theme is expected to perform well in the first half of 2019?

• Technology innovation

• Cryptocurrency investments

• Real estate development

• Sustainable dividend yield

What is the primary focus when adding exposure to Asia according to the second section?

• Investing in technology startups

• Prioritizing short-term gains

• Focusing on government bonds

• Being specific in country and sector choices

What could potentially put dividend yields under doubt?

• Serious earnings estimate downgrades

• Decreasing interest rates

• Increased government regulations

• Rising inflation rates

How are companies in Asia changing their approach to cash distribution?

• They are investing more in technology

• They are focusing on mergers and acquisitions

• They are more inclined to distribute cash

• They are reducing their workforce