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A Founder's Journey: Jason Hsu

Let your experience become your expertise. Find out how growing up in Taiwan provided Jason with unique perspective that informs his investment decisions today.

Rayliant's PM team has navigated 30 years of booms & busts—and have been toughened, softened and enlightened by four lifetimes' worth of humble pie.
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January 07, 2026

Bloomberg: Japan Stock Bulls Ignores China Tensions for Buying Opportunities

Selloffs in Taiwan or Japan linked to China concerns may present buying opportunities, with Phillip Wool suggesting the risks are unlikely to grow into a major issue for investors.

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Disclosure: The opinions do not necessarily reflect the views of Rayliant Investment Research and are subject to change without notice. The securities identified and described do not represent all of the securities purchased, sold or recommended for client accounts. The reader should not assume that an investment in the securities identified was or will be profitable. This material is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. An investor should consult with their financial professional before making any investment decisions. The opinions contained herein are subject to change without notice. Indices cannot be invested in directly and are unmanaged.

December 26, 2025

Big News Network: Investors Pivot to Chinese AI as US Tech Bubble Fears Rise

Jason Hsu says the U.S. leads in innovation while China excels in engineering and manufacturing; he argues investors should pursue AI opportunities while managing uncertainty through diversification.

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Disclosure: The opinions do not necessarily reflect the views of Rayliant Investment Research and are subject to change without notice. The securities identified and described do not represent all of the securities purchased, sold or recommended for client accounts. The reader should not assume that an investment in the securities identified was or will be profitable. This material is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. An investor should consult with their financial professional before making any investment decisions. The opinions contained herein are subject to change without notice. Indices cannot be invested in directly and are unmanaged.

December 08, 2025

CNBC: Rate Cuts Likely No Matter Who Becomes the Next Fed Chair, Says Expert

Jason Hsu said rate cuts are likely regardless of the next Fed chair, as macro forces matter more than any single policymaker.

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Disclosure: The opinions do not necessarily reflect the views of Rayliant Investment Research and are subject to change without notice. This material is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. This content is developed from sources believed to be providing accurate information. While reasonable care has been taken to ensure that the information herein is factually correct, Rayliant Investment Research makes no representations or guarantee as to its accuracy or completeness.

November 18, 2025

Yahoo! Finance: Why It’s Time to Look at China for AI Investment, According to a Head Strategist at a $6.6 Trillion Wealth Manager

Jason Hsu says major Chinese tech firms trade at a fraction of U.S. valuations yet still produce competitive AI products.

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Disclosure: The opinions do not necessarily reflect the views of Rayliant Investment Research and are subject to change without notice. The securities identified and described do not represent all of the securities purchased, sold or recommended for client accounts. The reader should not assume that an investment in the securities identified was or will be profitable. This material is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. An investor should consult with their financial professional before making any investment decisions. The opinions contained herein are subject to change without notice. Indices cannot be invested in directly and are unmanaged.

November 07, 2025

Barron’s: China’s Stocks are Flying as Beijing Doubles Down on Tech. Why the Economy Is Still Struggling.

Philip Wool suggests Chinese AI rivals to ChatGPT show China as the U.S.’s key innovation competitor, disrupting Western firms.

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Disclosure: The opinions do not necessarily reflect the views of Rayliant Investment Research and are subject to change without notice. This material is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. This content is developed from sources believed to be providing accurate information. While reasonable care has been taken to ensure that the information herein is factually correct, Rayliant Investment Research makes no representations or guarantee as to its accuracy or completeness.

November 04, 2025

Investors Hangout: Wall Street Sees Massive Value Drop in AI Stocks

Phil Wool warns that the Shiller CAPE ratio’s surge above 40 signals potential for weak long-term U.S. stock returns and recommends international equities, which trade at more reasonable valuations near historical averages.

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Disclosure: This article contains the opinions of Phillip Wool and not those of Rayliant. The securities identified and described do not represent all of the securities purchased, sold or recommended for client accounts. The reader should not assume that an investment in the securities identified was or will be profitable. This material is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. An investor should consult with their financial professional before making any investment decisions. The opinions contained herein are subject to change without notice. Indices cannot be invested in directly and are unmanaged.

October 31, 2025

Financial Times: The Extreme Dominance of Big Tech

In the print edition, Jason Hsu believes if you ignore the investor sentiment factor, our models are screaming sell.

 

Disclosure: The opinions do not necessarily reflect the views of Rayliant Investment Research and are subject to change without notice. This materials is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. This content is developed from sources believed to be providing accurate information. While reasonable care has been taken to ensure that the information herein is factually correct, Rayliant Investment Research makes no representations or guarantee as to its accuracy or completeness.

October 30, 2025

Nikkei.com: Fed Chairman Powell’s Cautious Remarks On Interest Rate Cuts, the Market Is Shaken, and the Views of Japanese and American Experts

Philip Wool argues that Powell’s effort to maintain flexibility amid uncertainty over trade, immigration, and limited data led to short-term market volatility, but despite a hawkish tone, a December rate cut remains likely, the dollar’s strength temporary, and U.S. stock valuations unsustainably high in the long term.

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Disclosure: The opinions do not necessarily reflect the views of Rayliant Investment Research and are subject to change without notice. This materials if for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. This content is developed from sources believed to be providing accurate information. While reasonable care has been taken to ensure that the information herein is factually correct, Rayliant Investment Research makes no representations or guarantee as to its accuracy or completeness.

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