Standard Life Aberdeen’s Gilbert on Equities, Trade, Brexit, Business Strategy

The video discusses the impact of a strong US dollar on investments, the potential for normalized markets post-quantitative easing, and the importance of stock picking. It also covers the US-China trade relationship, Brexit risks, and their implications for the economy. The discussion shifts to fund management strategies in light of Brexit and the strategic decisions behind business mergers, including job cuts and efficiency improvements.

How does the speaker compare the risks of Brexit to those of the US-China relationship?

What strategic decisions did Mitsubishi make regarding their investment, and how did it affect the speaker's company?

What challenges does the speaker foresee for the asset management industry in the coming years?