Singapore Banks Brace for Chill From U.S.-China Trade Spat

The video discusses the emerging risks faced by Singaporean banks due to prolonged US-China trade tensions. It highlights the potential impact on trade activity, supply chains, and economic growth. The discussion also covers specific concerns for banks, such as declining trade volumes and long-term growth prospects in Asian economies.

What is a key emerging risk for Singaporean banks according to the video?

• Technological disruptions

• Inflation in Europe

• US-China trade tensions

• Rising interest rates

What is uncertain about the future trade measures?

• The exact timing of their introduction

• The extent of the measures

• The industries affected

• The countries involved

How might trade tensions affect global economic growth?

• By increasing productivity

• By stabilizing supply chains

• By leading to more pessimistic growth assumptions

• By boosting trade volumes

What could be a consequence of slower trade activity in Asia?

• Higher capital expenditures

• Increased trade flows

• Stronger economic growth

• Weaker growth prospects for banks

What is a potential impact of trade tensions on Singaporean banks' trade flows?

• Decline in trade flows

• Stability in trade volumes

• Increase in trade flows

• Expansion into new markets