Market Monitor – 7 February 2025
Global stock markets had yet another highly volatile – but ultimately positive – week as investors try to parse the latest policy statements and executive orders from US president Donald Trump.
Market Monitor – 31 January 2025
Global stock markets experienced a highly volatile week as investor exuberance over the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) hit its first major stumbling block.
Market Monitor – 24 January 2025
Global stock markets made impressive gains this week on signs that President Donald Trump’s approach to international trade may be less draconian than previously feared.
Market Monitor – 17 January 2025
Global stock markets made solid progress this week as signs of slowing inflation in both the United States and UK rekindled hopes of further interest rate cuts.
Market Monitor – 10 January 2025
Global stock markets enjoyed mixed fortunes this week, with investors remaining concerned that central banks may be forced to keep interest rates at or near current levels for longer than expected.
Market Monitor – 20 December 2024
Global stock markets sustained heavy losses this week, with post-US election euphoria evaporating and Christmas cheer in short supply.
Market Monitor – 13 December 2024
Global stock markets had a mixed week as investor focus returned to monetary policy.
Market Monitor – 6 December 2024
Global stock markets have enjoyed a largely positive week, despite political turmoil in Europe and the Far East.
Market Monitor – 29 November 2024
Global stock markets made steady progress this week despite the looming threat of a major dispute between the United States and some of its biggest trading partners.
Market Monitor – 22 November 2024
Global stock markets have had a mixed week, with ongoing optimism about the outlook for the US economy tempered by rising geopolitical tensions.