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Taking the long-term view by investing in megatrends

Current ones include disruptive technologies, healthcare, eco-sustainability, food security

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The term megatrends is not new. From as early as the 1970s, governments, economists, sociologists and investors have been trying to seek out and identify transformative forces that can reshape societies and economies.

In the simplest terms, the aim is to prepare for the future.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on July 27, 2020, with the headline Taking the long-term view by investing in megatrends. Subscribe