Trump, Trade & Trends: Navigating Economic Uncertainties

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Apr 2025

9:00 am - 5:30 pm

Securities Commission Malaysia

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The last day to register is 13 April 2025, or earlier if all seats are fully booked. The listed price is applicable to Malaysian participants only. If you are a non-Malaysian, kindly contact us at sales@sidc.com.my for further information.
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Trump, Trade & Trends: Navigating Economic Uncertainties

With Donald Trump back in the White House, the global economy is entering another period of transformation. From shifting trade policies and geopolitical shifts to domestic growth challenges, businesses and investors must be prepared to navigate an evolving landscape.

This programme is deep dives into the key insights of the 2025 economic outlook, focusing on the impact of Trump-era policies, trade dynamics, geopolitical factors, and domestic growth trends. Industry players will gain the knowledge needed to make strategic decisions in an increasingly complex economic environment.

Join us for an engaging and insightful session, where we break down the trends, identify opportunities, and help you stay ahead in a fast-changing world!

Programme Objective

The programme aims to provide participants with insights into 2025 economic outlook from the lingering effects of Trump-era policies, trade, geopolitical factors and domestic growth. Gain the knowledge you need to navigate uncertainties and make strategic moves in today’s ever-evolving economic landscape.

Mode

Physical

Target Audience

Individual 

Fund Managers, Portfolio Managers, Analyst, Financial Controllers, Economists, Credit Analysts, Partners of Firms, C-Suites, Lawyers, Accountants, Corporate Consultants, Capital Markets Services Representative’s License Holders, Professionals undertaking corporate advisory work, Sustainability Officers, Business Continuity Planning (BCP) teams, Risk Officers, Company Secretaries, Regulators, Policymakers, Academia

Institutions 

Fund Management Companies, Public Listed Companies (PLCs), Investment Banks, Legal Firms, Consultancy Firms, Accounting Firms, Stockbroking Firms

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this programme, participants will be able to:

  1. Explain the global economic outlook, forecast and potentials
  2. Assess the impact of Trump’s economic policies on U.S. economic performance and global market positioning
  3. Discuss factors propelling Malaysia’s economic growth against the backdrop of global policy uncertainties
  4. Analyse the capital market landscape, including key trends, sectoral performance and the influence of tax policies on ESG-focused investments

Competencies

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  • Foundational (Product) – Capital Market Environment (Proficiency Level 3)
  • Functional (Technical) – Market Analysis (Proficiency Level 3)
  • Behavioural (Organisational Leadership) – Strategic Thinking (Proficiency Level 3)
Time Session
9:00 AM Year in Review and Global Economic Outlook Forecast

  • 2024 reflections & 1Q 2025: Key global economic trends in focus
  • Beyond Q1 2025: What’s next for the global economy?
  • Growth Projections: Key economics in 2025 and beyond – China, EU, US and Asia
  • Trade wars and geopolitics: The impact on global markets
  • Sectors shaping the future of Malaysia’s growth
10:45 AM Coffee Break
11:00 AM Trump, Trade and Policy Shifts

  • US trade policies under Trump: What’s staying and what’s changing?
  • Potentials in regional trade agreements, tariffs and levies
  • Winners and losers: How different industries will fare under policy shift
  • Trumponomics: Opportunities and risks for Asia, ASEAN and Malaysia’s investment outlook
12.30 PM Lunch
2:00 PM Malaysia 2025 and Beyond: Seizing Opportunities amidst Policy Challenges 

  • Malaysia’s economic performance: How we stack up against ASEAN neighbours
  • Ekonomi MADANI: Building a prosperous future for all Malaysians
  • Key strategic moves: Budget 2026 and what’s next
  • MSMEs: Powering Malaysia’s economic engine
3:30 PM Break
3:45 PM Capital Market in Focus: Key Trends, Opportunities and Strategic Insights

  • Malaysia capital market snapshot: 2024 vs 2025
  • Navigating global and regional trends: What’s shaping Malaysia’s capital market
  • Winners and losers: Sector and asset class performance
  • Opportunities and strategies in emerging industries, sustainable investments and technological innovation
  • Green tax incentives and their role in driving sustainable finance
5:30 PM End of Programme

Anand Pathmakanthan

Regional Head, Equity Research

Maybank Investment Bank (MIBG)

 

Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid

Chief Economist

Bank Muamalat Malaysia Berhad (BMMB)

Professor Geoffrey Williams

Director of Williams Business Consultancy Sdn Bhd

Tehmina Kaoosji

Independent Broadcast Journalist & Communications Consultant

*The SIDC reserves the right to amend the programme as deemed appropriate without prior notice

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