Renowned expert Patrick Lim Fernandez shared how harnessing the year’s energies can unlock opportunities for success and prosperity.
Fernandez emphasized the Year of the Wood Snake’s call for patience, strategic networking, and adaptability, offering tips like decluttering spaces, activating southeast and north areas, and incorporating water elements for harmony.
Guests also learned how colors like green and blue can enhance growth and stability.
“Feng shui provides a lens to understand the flow of opportunities in the year ahead. It’s about creating harmony between your plans and the environment to open doors to success and prosperity,” Fernandez said.
During the same event, EastWest’s chief investment officer, Bede Gomez, delivered an insightful analysis of the 2025 economic landscape, emphasizing strategies to navigate challenges and seize opportunities.
He highlighted favorable trends, including lower interest rates, reduced borrowing costs, and a projected 6.3 percent gross domestic product growth fueled by domestic consumption, government spending, and remittances.
“By staying informed and proactive, we can turn potential headwinds into avenues for growth and success,” Gomez said.
Key sectors such as financials, retail, technology, power and energy, and real estate investment trusts are expected to see higher earnings.
He also noted increasing demand for consumer loans and property investments as drivers of economic activity.
