Navigating uncertainty in a time of volatility

To our clients and partners,

Periods of uncertainty, like the one we find ourselves in at present, have a way of magnifying every headline and testing our discipline. Inflationary pressures, geopolitical tensions, shifting policies and market volatility are dominating the conversation. These moments are unsettling, but they are not new.

As a global asset manager with over 70 years of experience, we at VanEck understand that it is precisely during times of uncertainty that behavioural biases pose the greatest threat to sound decision-making. Emotional responses - driven by fear, loss aversion or the temptation to act - can often lead investors away from long-term value and into short-term missteps. Recognising these patterns is the first step toward overcoming them.

We believe it’s essential to pause, zoom out, and regain perspective:

• This is a moment, not a breakdown. Structural foundations - market liquidity, employment and system integrity remain intact. Volatility reflects discomfort, not dysfunction.
• Perspective tempers reaction. While uncertainty clouds the short term, our investment strategies are anchored in long-term fundamentals, not forecasts. We don’t chase what’s popular, nor do we flee from what’s uncomfortable.
• Discipline is a differentiator. History rewards those who can distinguish signal from noise. This is a time to revisit your investment principles, not abandon them.

We are doubling down on vigilance, staying close to you our clients and seeking opportunity where others see only risk. We remain fully operational and actively engaged, committed to helping you make sound decisions. 

Thank you for the trust you place in us. We are here to listen, guide and act with you - calmly, deliberately, and with conviction.

With respect and resolve,

Arian Neiron

CEO & Managing Director,

VanEck - Asia Pacific