The Year of the Tiger is normally seen as a volatile year, heralding huge change and social upheaval. While this is normally a worrying time for many, this year it is seen as mainly positive. After 2 dreadful COVID-impacted years, massive change is something that will be welcomed by most.
Most saw 2020 (the year of the Rat) as a year of simply surviving. Then 2021 (the year of the Ox or Buffalo) was a time to accept the new norms brought by the pandemic. 2022’s Tiger year is a time for big changes, risk-taking, and adventures. Asia is feeling buoyant and a new confidence is spreading quickly.
It is a time to chase your dreams and make things happen. It is also time to use your intuition while keeping your ego in check. Make solid business decisions and things should go well. Many Asians will see this as a time for a career change, so expect some fluidity in the markets.
The surprisingly high inflation that took many by surprise in 2021 is expected to continue in the first half of 2022. The US Federal Reserve undertook a huge purchasing program designed to protect the economy from the ravages of COVID. It has now begun winding this down and it is hoped that interest rates will start to cool by Q2.
Green issues will dominate the markets. Japanese car giant Toyota has already announced a massive move towards electric and hybrid cars. To challenge Tesla, it has announced 30 new electric models.