Happy New Year. Well, not so happy so far, what with the earthquake in Japan, the deadly nickel smelter fire in Indonesia, the collapse of Chinese shadow bank Zhongzhi, and a rocky start for Asian stocks. Here are some things that could help you navigate the start of 2024, from potential stock picks to new gadgets and alcohol-free spirits.

Asian equities had a torrid 2023, leaving many investors nervous about jumping back into the market. These are some investment ideas by market-beating money managers focused on the region’s stocks.