Bloomberg Daybreak: Asia Edition Asia Stocks Fall as Fed Rate Cut Doubts Emerge, Citi CEO Jane Fraser
Nov 14, 2025
In this discussion, Jane Fraser, CEO of Citi, shares insights on the bank's growth in China, emphasizing their strategy of innovation and client navigation amid US-China tensions. Michael Green, Chief Strategist at Simplify Asset Management, analyzes the recent tech stock sell-off and inflation dynamics, cautioning about risks in private credit and AI financing. They delve into the importance of a strong balance sheet and the impact of Federal Reserve policies, while exploring the future potential of AI in financial services.
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New Trade Corridors Are Reshaping Deal Flow
- Jane Fraser sees new cross-border corridors forming, especially Middle East–Asia and Brazil–Asia trade connections.
- She expects scale and new flows to drive deal activity and international expansion.
Data Gaps Make Fed Timing Harder
- Fraser is cautious on the US outlook, noting data gaps post-shutdown make Fed calls harder and risks remain.
- She is nevertheless optimistic for 2026 given resilient corporate balance sheets and investment in AI.
Citi Bills Its Balance Sheet As Pristine
- Fraser says Citi's balance sheet is "pristine," with over 80% corporate investment grade and 86% prime consumer loans.
- She sees consumers and companies acting from positions of strength, while monitoring labor and niche credit risks.
