October Interview Collection: KCM Trade Chief Market Analyst Tim Waterer Shares Market Insights Across Global Media
Throughout October, KCM Trade’s Chief Market Analyst and Forbes Advisor Australia advisory board member, Tim Waterer, was featured and quoted in close to 100 global media reports and interviews, including TRT World, BBC News, ausbiz TV, BFM 89.9, CNBC, Reuters, The Economic Times, and Asharq Business with Bloomberg.
His commentary covering the US economy, gold market, central bank policies, and the emerging technologies reached audiences in over six countries including the US, the UK, Australia, Malaysia, India, and the UAE, reinforcing his position as a trusted global market voice.
TRT World: Markets React to Fed Decision
On October 30, Tim returned to TRT World to discuss reactions to the Federal Reserve’s latest move.
- Markets showed mild disappointment as Chair Powell downplayed the chances of a December rate cut.
- With rates now at their lowest since 2022, the market conditions remain supportive for growth and lending.
- Semiconductor tensions and security concerns kept Chinese and Hong Kong equities under pressure.
BFM 89.9 Radio: FOMC Cut, 2026 Outlook and BOJ Policy
On October 29, Tim concluded the month on BFM’s Morning Run, discussing the FOMC decision and global policy outlook.
- Expected a 25 bps dovish cut, with Chair Powell staying non-committal in December.
- For 2026, one to two rate cuts are projected, less than markets priced in.
- Earnings momentum remained strong, with83% of S&P 500 companies beat expectations, though valuations remain stretched.
- The BOJ is likely to pause now, but may hike in December if core CPI remains about 3%.
CNBC: Gold reclaims the $4,000 level on softer U.S. dollar and rising rate-cut bets
28 Oct, Tim Waterer commented: “Buyers who have been waiting on the sidelines are now being enticed to enter at these price levels. We’re also seeing some softness in the U.S. dollar, which is giving gold a reprieve.”
BBC News: Beyond Meat’s 400 % Rally and Meme-Stock Momentum
On October 23, Tim appeared on BBC News to analyse the extraordinary spike in Beyond Meat shares.
- The 400% three-day surge was fuelled by online trading frenzy and short-squeeze dynamics, rather than company fundamentals.
- Beyond Meat continued to report negative net income and a 20% drop in sales.
- Tim warned that such meme-stock rallies are usually short-lived without profit improvement.
TRT World: Asian Markets, Tech Valuations and Gold’s Pullback
On the same day, Tim spoke to TRT World about Asia’s market retreat and investor caution.
- With stretched valuations, even solid reports from Tesla and IBM failed to impress investors, shifting attention to Nvidia.
- Gold saw profit-taking after record highs. As long as USD 4,000 holds, the next target remains USD 4,500.
Bloomberg: Gold, Silver Extend Losses as Equity Rally Stalls — Markets Wrap
22 Oct , Tim Waterer commented: “Profit-taking started to snowball,” said Tim Waterer, Chief Market Analyst at KCM Trade. “The declines reflect a strong temptation for traders to lock in gains at price levels never before seen in the gold market.”
ausbiz TV: Risk Sentiment, Gold, AUD and Oil
On October 21, Tim examined the return of risk appetite and key commodity market moves.
- With banking risks contained and corporate earnings strong, investors shifted back into risk-on mode.
- Gold kept rising due to multi-factor momentum, lower rates, central bank buying and retail demand etc., and could reach USD 4,500 ahead of schedule.
- AUD outlook hinged on US CPI and US–China relations. table data may lift it toward 0.66.
- For oil, the bias remained downward as the risk premium fades and the IEA flags oversupply. Any peace-talk progress could extend declines.
TRT World: Gold’s Rally, US Regional Banks and KOSPI Strength
On October 17, Tim discussed the record gold run and Asia’s contrasting performance.
- Gold rose 8% in a week, driven by rate-cut expectations and safe-haven demand.
- Regional-bank stress (Zions, Western Alliance) was closely watched; if contained, markets could stabilise.
- KOSPI outperformed thanks to solid US–Korea trade relations and semiconductor leadership (Samsung, SK Hynix).
BFM 89.9 Radio: Fed Outlook, AI Valuations and Gold Forecast
On October 10, on Malaysia’s Morning Run, Tim shared his views on the Federal Reserve and broader market themes.
- Weak labour data supported expectations for a rate cut in late October, while maintaining a “hold” stance would pose a greater policy risk.
- Markets could tolerate two to three weeks of shutdown, however a drag into November might cut Q4 GDP by 1%.
- Though AI sector is not in a bubble, it remains susceptible to corrections, investors may consider buying quality names on dips.
- Gold was projected to reach USD 4,500 by mid-2026, provided the USD 3,650 support holds. Short-term pullbacks could be viewed as healthy.
- Yen was expected to stay weak near 149–150, as the BOJ policy remains accommodative.
TRT World: Gold’s Record Day and Global Political Drivers
On October 8, Tim returned to TRT World to explain gold’s historic surge and the broader geopolitical context.
- Gold hit USD 4,000 for the first time, driven by lower rate expectations, strong central-bank demand, and rising ETF inflows.
- Yen weakness added to gold’s appeal as a safe haven.
- The shutdown’s duration remained a key variable, with an extended stalemate potentially costing USD 5–15 billion per day.
- Political instability in France pressured the euro and CAC 40 Index, as investors avoided European assets.
TRT World: US Government Shutdown and Economic Impact
On October 1, Tim joined TRT World to evaluate the potential damage of the US government shutdown on growth and markets.
- Each week of shutdown could trim about 0.2% of annual GDP, with a five-week impasse potentially reducing growth by about 1%.
- Estimated losses of USD 5–10 billion per week, partly offset later by back pay.
- Markets viewed the episode as a familiar political brinkmanship, expecting a short-term band-aid solution.
- Investor tolerance was seen lasting one to three weeks before confidence erode.
