Central banks take centre stage

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A big week for central banks. Will patience prevail?

Market Perspectives: Dire Straits

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Oil prices have fluctuated around news flow and the ability of shipping to navigate the Strait of Hormuz.

Market Perspectives: From optimism to uncertainty

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No deal was reached over the weekend but the response in markets has been relatively benign.

Market Perspectives: Where next for commodity prices?

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Today we look at the potential upside – and even downside – risks to the oil price and other commodities from the Iran war and where they might go from here.

Market Perspectives: The fog of war and monetary policy

Today we will look at Iran and the impact on central banks.

Market Perspectives: What will central banks do about $100 oil?

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Events in the Middle East mean uncertainty for financial markets. That said, moves remain relatively modest. The S&P 500 stands around 5% lower.

Multi-asset update: navigating uncertainty

Events in the Middle East are moving fast, but what does the ongoing conflict mean for investors and portfolios?

Market Perspectives: $100 oil. How much pain will it cause and what can be done about it?

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The Middle East supply shock pushes oil above $100. Could it rise further and what do we need to see before the situation eases?

Market Perspectives: Middle East conflict – market impacts and implications

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This week we focus on the weekend’s events after the US and Israel began major combat operations against Iran.

Back to basics: Why the time is right for multi-asset investing

The great reset in bond yields means multi-asset is once again a viable option for investors seeking a smoother return profile.