Market Perspectives: Playing for time
After an intense first half, financial markets appear to be entering a more measured phase.
Market Perspectives: Postcard from Milan: What’s in store for H2?
As investors look ahead to the second half of 2026, the market backdrop appears somewhat less fraught than it did during the first six months of the year.
Market Perspectives: Postcard from Switzerland: Should markets be moving more?
Despite a fluctuating geopolitical and policy backdrop, financial markets have remained relatively contained.
Market Perspectives: The ceasefire and its consequences
Reports of a potential US-Iran agreement mark a material shift in the Middle East risk backdrop.
Market Perspectives: Goldilocks no more?
After a long run higher, US equities have been reminded that strong fundamentals do not eliminate volatility.
Market Perspectives: Falling oil, rising optimism
Investor sentiment has improved as markets assess the possibility of further de-escalation between the US and Iran – whether through a broader agreement or an extension of the ceasefire.
Market Perspectives: Higher for longer
Inflation is on the up but when will central banks begin to raise interest rates?
Market Perspectives: Taking stock
A solid earnings season has helped equities gain ground. Are markets being too complacent?
Central banks take centre stage
A big week for central banks. Will patience prevail?
Market Perspectives: Dire Straits
Oil prices have fluctuated around news flow and the ability of shipping to navigate the Strait of Hormuz.
