March 2026 marked a sharp inflection point for global markets, as geopolitical developments overwhelmed economic fundamentals. The escalation of the U.S.–Iran conflict and the effective closure of the Strait of…
Global markets entered 2026 on a more cautious but broadly constructive footing. January was characterized by heightened geopolitical and policy uncertainty, balanced against resilient economic data and improving inflation trends.
2025 proved to be a constructive year for investors, marked by easing inflation, improving financial conditions, and resilient corporate earnings. Markets responded positively as central banks began shifting toward more…
In June 2025, U.S. equity markets soared to record highs, powered by robust tech and AI stocks, improved corporate earnings, and easing trade frictions. However, investor sentiment was tempered by…
The third quarter of 2024 proved to be a dynamic period for global markets, with significant developments across equities and fixed income assets. The combination of cooling inflation, the initiation…
The second quarter of 2024 built on the successes of the first, with risk assets delivering another set of positive returns to investors. Economic momentum carried over from the first…
The quarter was particularly favorable for developed market stocks, especially growth-oriented ones, which saw a 10.3% return (USD). The US stood out with the S&P 500 climbing 10.6%...
The S&P 500 index, with its growth-oriented composition, outperformed other major equity indices by delivering an 11.7% total return, its best in three years. This performance was particularly notable as…
Throughout September, the US market continued to assert its dominance and influence on global markets. Global Equities continued, its downward trend in September, as the Fed’s “higher for longer” theme…
Global financial markets performed well in June 2023 as the disinflation trend continued in many parts of the globe due to the easing of food and commodity prices. Furthermore, market…