Market update

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Oasis of positive market sentiment in July might not live forever

Aug 21, 2025

Following a strong run in May and June, markets maintained their upward momentum in July, with risk assets once again delivering healthy returns. While concerns around inflation and government borrowing remain, investors found several reasons to stay positive on the outlook.

Inflation - Light at the end of the tunnel?

Jul 20, 2022

Prospects for the global economy are dimming due to the possibility of higher interest rates in the United States, China's continued lockdown measures in hopes to reduce COVID-19 infections, and the conflict in Ukraine, which continues to impact Europe and cause global ramifications due to

Markets - Rocking all over the world!

Jun 24, 2022

Monthly market update – June 2022

In the words of Citigroup CEO, Jane Fraser, the markets remain focused on “The three R’s: Rates, Russia and Recession".

Stagflation fears overinflated?

May 17, 2022

Monthly market update – May 2022

Market uncertainty persists as investors digest a backdrop of rising inflation, slowing global growth, the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, and Central Banks embarking on a journey to reduce the stimulus provided to financial markets since the Global Financi

Continuing market uncertainty is the only certainty!

Apr 20, 2022

Market Update - April 2022

Uncertainty in financial markets is likely to continue into the second quarter of 2022, due to concerns around the outlook for global economic growth, rising inflation, and the impact of the Russia/Ukraine war.

Market Stability – Not the only commodity in short supply as Russia invades Ukraine

Mar 15, 2022

Market Update - March 2022

The invasion of Ukraine by Russia has wreaked destruction on the second largest country in Europe, causing appalling suffering and loss of life.

Markets wobble out of lockdowns

Feb 15, 2022

Market Update - February 2022

2021 ended with the S&P 500 reaching a record high, the FTSE 100 18% up on the year and European equities resurging with large cap equities up over 23%.