Market update

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Maduro and Greenland fail to rain on markets' parade

Feb 17, 2026

Despite high-profile geopolitical events and headline risk, global markets started 2026 on a resilient footing, supported by solid economic fundamentals and growth momentum.

Maduro and Greenland fail to rain on markets' parade

Feb 17, 2026

Despite high-profile geopolitical events and headline risk, global markets started 2026 on a resilient footing, supported by solid economic fundamentals and growth momentum.

Faithful markets defy traitor headlines

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Jan 23, 2026

2025 will be remembered as a year in which uncertainty and strong investment performance were not mutually exclusive.

Diversification - the name of the game for 2026

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Dec 19, 2025

Global markets were a mixed bag in November, pausing after several months of strong gains. The technology sector was challenged, recording its biggest decline since March 2025.

Gold loses some sparkle as global equities continue to shine

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Nov 19, 2025

Continued enthusiasm for AI and a US-China trade deal easing tariffs and rare-earth limits boosted global equities for a second month in October.

AI gold rush to continue as September returns continue to shine

Oct 17, 2025

Global equities moved higher in September with most major indices making positive returns, with US equities leading the way returning 4% (in sterling terms). This meant it was another strong quarter for risk assets as market enthusiasm around AI gained momentum, trade tensions were eased and we saw the Federal Reserve cut rates for the first time since December 2024.

Political uncertainty fails to stamp out market momentum

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Sep 19, 2025

Despite emerging headline risks, global equities continued their positive momentum from the summer with equities broadly higher across major global regions.