Market update

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Middle East oil crisis creates a slippery slope for markets

Apr 16, 2026

In our April Investment Market Update, we take a brief look back at the contrasts seen in Q1 across markets. The launch of the attacks on Iran ended much of the optimism that had previously been thriving with equity markets falling sharply.

A new trade era: market volatility after ‘Liberation Day’

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Apr 16, 2025

US tariffs shake markets while Europe ramps up stimulus—are we seeing a shift in global market leadership? Read our April 2025 market update.

MAGA uncertainty creates MEGA returns?

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Mar 19, 2025

Navigate market uncertainty with our March 2025 update. Discover how economic shifts in the US & Europe impact your investments, and find potential opportunities.

Technology Turbulence and Regional Gains

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Feb 17, 2025

Volatility remains a key theme for investors. This was evident late in the month when markets were jolted by the sudden emergence of DeepSeek, triggering a sharp but short-lived bout of turbulence.

Higher bond yields spike investor interest

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Jan 21, 2025

In last month’s update we spoke about two prominent themes we see evolving over the course of this year. The first was regarding the diverging and contrasting growth outlook for the US compared to the rest of the world.

A Christmas Slaying for the Magnificent Seven

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Dec 18, 2024

Discover 2024's resilient market trends, US equity outperformance, and 2025's prospects with insights on growth, diversification, and value investing.

Trump's return - investment boom or inflationary timebomb?

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Nov 20, 2024

The US election has dominated headlines and markets over the recent past. Now that the US election has delivered a new President, we can consider how markets have reacted and the broader economic implications.