Asian Investors Are Looking to Deploy in 2020, Says UBS’s Chin

The transcript discusses the current market outlook, highlighting investor optimism due to stable interest rates and monetary easing. It explores investment strategies in a low-interest environment, focusing on offshore bond issuance and opportunities in China's domestic capital markets. Key revenue drivers for UBS in the APAC region, particularly in China and Australia, are examined. The transcript also covers trends in M&A activity and the IPO pipeline, emphasizing the impact of relaxed foreign ownership limits. Finally, UBS's strategy for expanding its business in China, including headcount growth, is outlined.

What is the general sentiment among investors at the start of the year?

• Pessimistic and cautious

• Cautiously optimistic

• Overly confident

• Indifferent and neutral

Which two markets are the largest for UBS in the APAC region?

• Thailand and Malaysia

• Australia and China

• South Korea and Singapore

• Japan and India

What is a key strategy theme for UBS in the APAC region?

• Being global and local

• Focusing solely on local clients

• Expanding only in Australia

• Reducing services to cut costs

Which sectors are expected to be key in the IPO pipeline?

• Real estate and agriculture

• Mining and energy

• New economy and healthcare

• Automotive and textiles

What is UBS's plan for its headcount in China over the next three to five years?

• Reduce by half

• Maintain the current level

• Increase by 10%

• Double the headcount