Chief Economist & Political Strategist, CrossASEAN Research

Prasenjit K. Basu

Chief Economist & Political Strategist

CrossASEAN Research

At CrossASEAN Research we strive to produce unbiased and differentiated on the ground insights on companies across South East Asia. Our Research is produced for the most part after face to face meetings and conversations with company management to dig deep into the long term vision and strategy of the companies we cover. We seek to deliver investable and actionable themes on sectors and markets across SE Asia, often in collaboration with other Insight Providers across the region, pooling the vast experience of the analysts within the Smartkarma Ecosystem. We also offer bespoke work and tailor made trips for our clients. 

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Macroeconomics

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<li>CPI inflation (7%YoY) is at its highest since the Volcker era (June 1982), core CPI inflation (5.5%YoY) its highest since February 1991, driven by 12-14%YoY growth in M2 during 2H21.</li>
<li>The 'disappointing' NFP still brought the unemployment rate down to 3.9% in December 2021, well below the NAIRU, resulting in a 4.7%YoY rise average hourly earnings (wages).  </li>
<li>We expect at least 4 hikes in the Fed Funds rate this year, taking it to 1.25% by end-year, with QE4 likely abandoned at the Jan25-26 FOMC meeting. </li>
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CPI inflation (7%YoY) is at its highest since the Volcker era (June 1982), core CPI inflation (5.5%YoY) its highest since February 1991, driven by 12-14%YoY growth in M2 during 2H21.
The 'disappointing' NFP still brought the unemployment rate down to 3.9% in December 2021, well below the NAIRU, resulting in a 4.7%YoY rise average hourly earnings (wages).  
We expect at least 4 hikes in the Fed Funds rate this year, taking it to 1.25% by end-year, with QE4 likely abandoned at the Jan25-26 FOMC meeting. 


US: Tight Labour Market and Still-Abundant M2 Make for an Inflationary Cocktail

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Technical Analysis

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<li>SPX call to reduce at 4,800 met our 4,600 buy pattern/trend support as did the NDX at 15,300 that sets up a rally sequence. SPX pivot resistance at 4,712/40.</li>
<li>Mid January a fresh retreat is due in late January ahead of a more bullish February cycle on the back of a yield lull and resumption of yield strength.</li>
<li>NDX rally will be used to re short near resistance as tech remains a weak link in the face of rising yields (banks the beneficiary).</li>
</ul>


SPX call to reduce at 4,800 met our 4,600 buy pattern/trend support as did the NDX at 15,300 that sets up a rally sequence. SPX pivot resistance at 4,712/40.
Mid January a fresh retreat is due in late January ahead of a more bullish February cycle on the back of a yield lull and resumption of yield strength.
NDX rally will be used to re short near resistance as tech remains a weak link in the face of rising yields (banks the beneficiary).


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<li>The S&amp;P 500 has posted a bearish weekly reversal at the trend high</li>
<li>This was last seen in the middle of November from where we continued lower the following week</li>
<li>What is more concerning this time is the momentum divergence reflecting weakness in the uptrend.</li>
</ul>


The S&amp;P 500 has posted a bearish weekly reversal at the trend high
This was last seen in the middle of November from where we continued lower the following week
What is more concerning this time is the momentum divergence reflecting weakness in the uptrend.


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Said Desaque

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DeSaque Macro Research Limited was formed by Said DeSaque in April 2012 with the view to delivering global macro investment insights aimed at providing new ideas to clients.

Said DeSaque has over 26 years of experience working as a professional economist in financial services. Prior to establishing DeSaque Macro Research, Said held positions as Senior Economist at Robert W Baird and William Blair. He began his career as a graduate at PaineWebber in 1986, where he eventually became Head of the London Economics Department.

Said takes a very keen interest in international relations, along with their implications for economic development. His research interests include the economic transformation of China and its implications for global capital markets, particularly in the United States. He is a member of Chatham House in London.

The US economy and capital markets have historically been Said’s main focus of attention. He frequently presents his views to institutional investors in diverse geographic locations. In recent years, Said has also been carefully monitoring economic developments in Asia, particularly China and Japan.

Cross Asset Strategy

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<li>Fed Chair Powell eyes March to raise the federal funds rate, but pressure to delay has risen. The Fed is keen not to fall behind the inflation curve in 2022.</li>
<li>Inflation forecasts could be critical in determining whether Fed policy guidance requires further hawkish adjustment. Labour market developments will, however, not be entirely overlooked in terms of adjusting policy settings. </li>
<li>Fed policy lowered the equity risk premium and boosted equity valuations. Lack of Fed intervention in US Treasuries means outsized US equity portfolio gains will depend on stock picking.   </li>
</ul>


Fed Chair Powell eyes March to raise the federal funds rate, but pressure to delay has risen. The Fed is keen not to fall behind the inflation curve in 2022.
Inflation forecasts could be critical in determining whether Fed policy guidance requires further hawkish adjustment. Labour market developments will, however, not be entirely overlooked in terms of adjusting policy settings. 
Fed policy lowered the equity risk premium and boosted equity valuations. Lack of Fed intervention in US Treasuries means outsized US equity portfolio gains will depend on stock picking.   


Hawkish Fed in 2022: Boosting the Importance of Stock Picking as Valuations Receive Less Support

Nasdaq-100 Stock Index / Technical Analysis

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<li>NDX was a favored underperform and short at 16,500 with solid buy zone focused near 15,600/300 where price and trendline support meet.</li>
<li>SPX was due for a pullback after meeting the 4,800 projection while the DJI and NDX failed to register equivalent highs for a case of inter market divergence. </li>
<li>US 10yr yield is attempting to clear the all important 1.69% breakout barrier. Bull triangle to breakout higher. This will directly impact tech.</li>
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NDX was a favored underperform and short at 16,500 with solid buy zone focused near 15,600/300 where price and trendline support meet.
SPX was due for a pullback after meeting the 4,800 projection while the DJI and NDX failed to register equivalent highs for a case of inter market divergence. 
US 10yr yield is attempting to clear the all important 1.69% breakout barrier. Bull triangle to breakout higher. This will directly impact tech.


United States

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S&P 500 INDEX (SPX INDEX)

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NDX Short Target

NDX was a favored underperform and short at 16,500 with solid buy zone focused near 15,600/300 where price and trendline support meet.

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