No more bad news should be good news in 2023

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After a dismal year for markets, William Davies gives his thoughts on risks and opportunities in the market as we head into 2023. While there is plenty to be cautious about, a repeat of 2022 seems unlikely.

Are we heading for a Santa Claus rally?

Are we heading for a Santa Claus rally?

Our Chief Economist, Steven Bell, explains why consumers are raiding their covid piggy banks but warns of a January ‘spending’ hangover.

Is the bear market in European equities over?

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European shares have enjoyed a strong rally since the end of September. Steven Bell, explores the reasons behind the recovery and asks whether it will continue?

Recession Watch: Europe and USA

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We’ve been talking about recession for most of this year. So what’s going on?

Global CIO Q&A: on inflation, rates, recession and more

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William Davies looks at inflation and interest rates, recessionary risks, and sector and asset allocation preferences.

CIO outlook: market conditions, fixed income and equities, commodities and real assets

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Our Global CIO on market conditions, fixed income and equities, commodities and real assets

CIO outlook: net zero, asset allocation, corporate profits and the tech sector

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Our Global CIO on Global CIO, on net zero, asset allocation, corporate profits and the tech sector

CIO outlook: global markets, Ukraine, recession fears and supply chains

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Our Global CIO talks global markets, Ukraine, recession fears and supply chains

Investment team updates – Market updates 1 April 2022

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Latest news from around the investment desks.

CIO outlook: market volatility, oil and interest rates

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Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has put markets on edge. With a high level of uncertainty and rising commodity prices, will central banks change their plans on rate increases?