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Audio May 27, 2025

Strategic Thinking in Volatile Markets with Tin Lau, CRO at Mirae Asset Securities

Tin Lau, Chief Risk Officer, Mirae Asset Securities (UK) Ltd

Tin Lau of Mirae Asset Securities offers a compelling framework for strategic thinking in uncertain markets. Drawing on experience across regulation and finance, he stresses the importance of curiosity, robust scenario planning, and avoiding bias. Real-world lessons from Brexit to COVID-19 bring his advice to life for today’s risk leaders.

Tin Lau brings a fresh, strategic lens to understanding market volatility. His "three-doctor" model—drawing inspiration from Richard Feynman, Dr. Strange, and Dr. Who—underscores a phased approach to risk management.

First, deeply understand the problem, stripping it to first principles. Then, develop imaginative yet disciplined scenario analyses while avoiding personal biases. Finally, implement strategic responses with foresight, agility, and long-term planning in mind.

He emphasizes the limits of models and technology in capturing the nuance of market shocks—especially when geopolitical, societal, or operational risks emerge. Real-life examples, from the supply chain impacts of COVID-19 to the challenges of hedging crypto assets, reveal the critical need for adaptability and cross-domain thinking.

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