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Article-DowningStreet-01-2019 Market Updates

Spring Budget 2024: balancing act

As expected, Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt announced a cut in National Insurance in a Spring Budget intended to boost long-term growth.

Adviser-Hub 7th Mar 2024

Article-America-02-2019-1 Market Updates

US market review: Trade breakthrough?

Signs of progress in the long-running trade conflict between the US and China lifted investor sentiment in the US and around the world during December.

Adviser-Hub 15th Jan 2020

Article-London-01-2019 Market Updates

UK equity income market review: A defining moment for Brexit

The UK General Election proved to be a defining moment for Brexit in the UK as Boris Johnson’s decisive victory – with an 80-seat majority – paved the way for his Brexit deal to clear the House of Com...

Adviser-Hub 15th Jan 2020

Article-Chart-01-2019 Market Updates

Global bond market review: Investors eye riskier assets in December

A mood of tentative optimism blunted the attractions of government bonds during December.

Adviser-Hub 15th Jan 2020

Article-Global-01-2019 Market Updates

Market briefings looking back at December

A selection of articles, written by our expert investment writers that cover the markets looking back through December.

Adviser-Hub 15th Jan 2020

Article-Global-01-2019 Market Updates

Market briefings looking back at November

A selection of articles, written by our expert investment writers that cover the markets looking back through November.

Adviser-Hub 20th Dec 2019

Article-Building-04 Market Updates

US market review: Fed cuts rates for a third time this year

Policymakers at the US central bank opted to cut the key federal funds rate by 25 basis points to a range of 1.5% to 1.75% during October.

Adviser-Hub 7th Nov 2019

Article-Chart-04-2019 Market Updates

UK equity income market review: Underlying dividend growth slows

The FTSE 100 Index fell and its yield rose during October as Brexit uncertainty continued.

Adviser-Hub 7th Nov 2019

Article-London-01-2019 Market Updates

UK equity market review: Brexit “flextension”

Seven months after the first Brexit delay, the Hallowe’en deadline came and went with the UK’s Brexit predicament unresolved.

Adviser-Hub 7th Nov 2019

Article-Chart-05-1 Market Updates

UK bond market review: Teetering on the edge

Having surged earlier in the month, amid rising hopes of a Brexit deal, gilt yields subsequently dipped later in October when it became clear that Brexit remained unresolved.

Adviser-Hub 7th Nov 2019

Article-Chart-01-2019 Market Updates

Global bond market review: Fed cuts rates once again

Following a raft of interest-rate cuts in the third quarter of 2019, the loosening monetary trend continued into the fourth quarter as central banks reduced their key rates.

Adviser-Hub 7th Nov 2019

Article-Europe-01-2019 Market Updates

Europe market review: Waiting for Brexit

The Brexit deadline was shifted once again, this time from 31 October to 31 January 2020. The EU’s chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier called for a close post-Brexit relationship between the UK and...

Adviser-Hub 7th Nov 2019

Article-China-01-2019 Market Updates

Emerging markets review: China’s slowdown continues

The pace of economic growth in China continued to slow during the third quarter, dampened by the ongoing trade conflict with the US.

Adviser-Hub 7th Nov 2019

Article-Japan-01-2019 Market Updates

Asian Japan markets review: Japan raises consumption tax

Japan’s much-anticipated rise in consumption tax finally took place on 1 October.

Adviser-Hub 7th Nov 2019

Article-Global-01-2019 Market Updates

Market briefings looking back at October

A selection of articles, written by our expert investment writers that cover the markets looking back through October.

Adviser-Hub 7th Nov 2019

Article-Europe-01-2019 Market Updates

Global update: Election fever

October saw the UK plunge into election fever as progress on Brexit once again ground to a halt.

Adviser-Hub 6th Nov 2019

Article-Buildings-FED-01-2019 Market Updates

US market review: Fed cuts rates in September

As expected, the US central bank implemented its second cut in interest rates since 2008 during September.

Adviser-Hub 15th Oct 2019

Article-London-01-2019 Market Updates

UK equity income market review: Politics dominate in September

UK investors’ attention was largely absorbed by Brexit during September.

Adviser-Hub 15th Oct 2019

Article-London-01-2019 Market Updates

UK equity market review: Counting down to Hallowe’en

As Brexit rumbled towards its Halloween deadline, investors’ attention during September was absorbed by a series of political developments.

Adviser-Hub 15th Oct 2019

Article-Chart-03-2019 Market Updates

UK bond market review: Deal or no deal?

Gilts experienced a choppy September as speculation over the likelihood of a Brexit deal ebbed and flowed in response to political developments.

Adviser-Hub 15th Oct 2019

Article-Chart-01-2019 Market Updates

Global bond market review: Further monetary easing in September

Following interest-rate cuts in India, Thailand and New Zealand in August, central banks in Russia and Brazil cut their key interest rates during September.

Adviser-Hub 15th Oct 2019

Article-Europe-01-2019 Market Updates

Europe market review: ECB restarts QE

During September, the European Central Bank (ECB) announced another programme of economic stimulus measures designed to shore up the eurozone’s faltering economy.

Adviser-Hub 15th Oct 2019

Article-China-01 Market Updates

Emerging markets review: Trade conflict hits China’s exports

The People’s Bank of China cut its reserve ratio – the amount of cash that banks have to hold in reserve – during September, releasing liquidity totalling 900 billion yuan.

Adviser-Hub 15th Oct 2019

Article-Japan-01-2019 Market Updates

Asian Japan markets review: Japan’s economic growth disappoints

Japan’s second-quarter economic growth proved disappointing for investors, as initial calculations of annualised growth of 1.8% were downgraded to a more muted 1.3%. On a quarter-on-quarter basis, the...

Adviser-Hub 15th Oct 2019

Article-Chart-04-2019 Market Updates

Global bond market review: Bond yields plunge in August

Bond yields slid during August as nervous investors headed for perceived “safe-haven” assets such as government bonds and gold.

Adviser-Hub 16th Sep 2019

Article-Europe-01-2019 Market Updates

Europe market review: Storm clouds gathering over Germany

Confidence over the outlook for Europe’s economy continued to deteriorate during August amid mounting concerns over Germany’s prospects.

Adviser-Hub 16th Sep 2019

Article-Grow-01-2019 Market Updates

Emerging markets review: Renminbi falls to lowest level since 2008

China’s renminbi fell to its lowest level against the US dollar for 11 years during August.

Adviser-Hub 16th Sep 2019

Article-Japan-01-2019 Market Updates

Asian Japan markets review: What next for Japan’s monetary policy?

Japan achieved its third straight quarter of economic growth during the three months to June, growing at an annualised rate of 1.8% and easing pressure on the Bank of Japan to implement further moneta...

Adviser-Hub 16th Sep 2019

Article-Japan-01-2019 Market Updates

US market review: Fresh salvoes in the US/China trade conflict

The trade war between the US and China continued to rage in August. President Trump revealed further tariff increases on Chinese imports to the US; in response, China announced that it would impose ad...

Adviser-Hub 16th Sep 2019

Article-Chart-05-2019 Market Updates

UK equity income market review: Equity income remains out of favour

Although bond yields have continued to fall to record lows, income-seeking investors do not appear to be moving towards UK equity income, daunted by a backdrop of ongoing political and economic uncert...

Adviser-Hub 16th Sep 2019

Article-London-01-2019 Market Updates

UK equity market review: Uncertainties drive down share prices

August proved both busy and controversial for UK investors, and share prices remained unsettled throughout the month.

Adviser-Hub 16th Sep 2019

Article-Chart-03-2019 Market Updates

UK bond market review: Gilt yields plummet in August

Gilt yields plunged during August as nervous investors sought the perceived safety of government bonds and gold.

Adviser-Hub 16th Sep 2019

Article-London-01-2019 Market Updates

Global update: Parliament’s suspension creates controversy

The prospect of a no-deal Brexit crept closer during August as Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced that Parliament would be suspended.

Adviser-Hub 4th Sep 2019

Article-London-01-2019 Market Updates

UK equity income market review: Weak pound boosts share prices in July

UK equity prices generally rose during July as intensifying speculation over the possibility of a no-deal Brexit drove down the pound’s value against the US dollar and the euro.

Adviser-Hub 19th Aug 2019

Article-London-01-2019 Market Updates

UK equity market review: Sterling falls on no-deal speculation

Sterling fell sharply against the US dollar and euro during July as the prospect of a no-deal Brexit began to appear increasingly possible.

Adviser-Hub 19th Aug 2019

Article-Chart-04-2019 Market Updates

UK bond market review: No-deal plans drive down gilt yields

Mounting fears that the UK will leave the EU without a deal on 31 October drove down the value of the pound against the US dollar and the euro during July.

Adviser-Hub 19th Aug 2019

Article-Chart-01-2019 Market Updates

Global bond market review: Central banks around the world cut rates

Investors saw a raft of interest-rate cuts during July, as central banks sought to address slowing economic growth and subdued inflationary pressures.

Adviser-Hub 19th Aug 2019

Article-Grow-01-2019 Market Updates

Emerging market review: China’s slowdown continues

China’s economy continued its slowdown during the second quarter of 2019, expanding at an annualised rate of 6.2%. The country’s economy grew by 6.4% during the first quarter.

Adviser-Hub 19th Aug 2019

Article-Japan-01-2019 Market Updates

Asian Japan market review: Australia and South Korea cut interest rates

Confidence amongst large Japanese manufacturers continued to deteriorate, according to the Bank of Japan’s quarterly Tankan survey.

Adviser-Hub 19th Aug 2019

Article-Europe-01-2019 Market Updates

Europe market review: Deteriorating outlook for Europe

The outlook for economic growth in the eurozone has continued to weaken.

Adviser-Hub 19th Aug 2019

Article-Buildings-FED-01-2019 Market Updates

US market review: Fed cuts rates for the first time since 2008

US equity markets reached new closing highs during July, and the S&P 500 Index breached 3,000 points for the first time ever.

Adviser-Hub 19th Aug 2019

Article-Chart-01-2019 Market Updates

Global update: Possibility of “no deal” moves closer

Boris Johnson beat Jeremy Hunt during July to become the new leader of the Conservative Party and the UK’s new Prime Minister.

Adviser-Hub 1st Aug 2019

Article-Japan-01-2019 Market Updates

Asian Japan markets review: Trade tensions hit growth in Asia

Economic growth picked up in Japan during the first quarter of 2019, despite the continuing trade tensions between the US and China.

Adviser-Hub 10th Jul 2019

Article-Grow-01-2019 Market Updates

Emerging markets review: Trade negotiations reopen

The trade relationship between China and the US continued to dominate investor sentiment during June.

Adviser-Hub 10th Jul 2019

Article-Europe-01-2019 Market Updates

Europe market review: Further stimulus to come?

Following the extension to the Brexit deadline, the European Commission urged companies to ‘take advantage of the extra time” to make their preparations.

Adviser-Hub 10th Jul 2019

Article-Chart-01-2019 Market Updates

Global bond market review: Central banks start to ease

Bond yields continued their decline into June: prices rose as several central banks loosened their monetary policy stance.

Adviser-Hub 10th Jul 2019

Article-London-01-2019 Market Updates

UK equity market review: Political distraction

Three years on from the Brexit referendum – and three months after the Brexit deadline was extended – the issue of Brexit remained unresolved.

Adviser-Hub 10th Jul 2019

Article-Chart-04-2019 Market Updates

UK equity income market update: UK equity funds move back into favour

UK share prices rose and equity yields fell in June in the face of ongoing political uncertainty. The unfolding story of Brexit entered a new chapter during the month as the Conservative Party.

Adviser-Hub 10th Jul 2019

Market Updates

US market review: Rate cut on the horizon

Trade developments continued to absorb attention during June. Having imposed tariffs on Mexican imports in May President Donald Trump suspended them “indefinitely”.

Adviser-Hub 10th Jul 2019

Article-Global-01-2019 Market Updates

Market briefings looking back at June

A selection of articles, written by our expert investment writers that cover the markets looking back through June.

Adviser-Hub 10th Jul 2019

Article-Chart-01-2019 Market Updates

Global update: Brexit: no further forward

The third anniversary of the Brexit referendum came and went in June, and still the issue of Brexit remained up in the air.

Adviser-Hub 4th Jul 2019

Article-Japan-01-2019 Market Updates

Asian Japan markets review: Economic outlook dims for Japan

Notwithstanding some encouraging economic data, Japan’s Government downgraded its view on the country’s economy during May.

Adviser-Hub 12th Jun 2019

Article-Grow-01-2019 Market Updates

Emerging markets review: Trade wars bite

Although the US and China had been widely expected to agree a trade deal, US President Donald Trump instead confounded hopes.

Adviser-Hub 12th Jun 2019

Article-Europe-01-2019 Market Updates

Europe market review: Slowing European growth

Although European investors generally welcomed the results of the European Parliamentary elections, share prices across the region generally fell heavily amid concerns over Europe’s economic outlook a...

Adviser-Hub 12th Jun 2019

Article-Chart-03-2019 Market Updates

Global bond market review: Trade conflicts driven down yields

Bond yields fell during May as the trade conflict between the US and China took an unexpected turn.

Adviser-Hub 12th Jun 2019

Article-London-01-2019 Market Updates

UK bond market review: Brexit worries fuel demand for gilts

Amid rising speculation over the likelihood of a no-deal Brexit, gilt prices surged and yields plummeted in May as investors scrambled for investments perceived to be safe havens.

Adviser-Hub 12th Jun 2019

Article-Chart-04-2019 Market Updates

UK equity income market review: Brexit drives up equity yields

UK share prices fell during May as Prime Minister Theresa May announced that she would be standing down.

Adviser-Hub 12th Jun 2019

Article-Europe-01-2019 Market Updates

UK equity market review: Brexit tensions intensify in May

Escalating political upheaval knocked investors’ confidence in May, and share prices suffered.

Adviser-Hub 12th Jun 2019

Market Updates

US market review: The “Tariff Man” strikes again

Having hit new highs during April, share prices plummeted in May as the trade war between the US and China took an unexpected turn.

Adviser-Hub 12th Jun 2019

Article-Chart-01-2019 Market Updates

Global update: US/China trade war escalates

Prime Minister Theresa May finally announced that she was resigning as leader of the Conservative Party on 7 June. Her decision triggered a leadership contest alongside rising concerns over the possib...

Adviser-Hub 4th Jun 2019

Market Updates

US market review: US share indices hit fresh highs

Economic growth picked up in the US during the first quarter of 2019. Having expanded by 2.2% year on year in the final quarter of 2018, the US economy grew.

Adviser-Hub 14th May 2019

Article-Chart-03-1 Market Updates

UK equity income market review: UK dividend growth set to continue

Dividend payouts from UK companies reached a new first-quarter record during the first three months of 2019.

Adviser-Hub 14th May 2019

Article-Chart-01-1 Market Updates

Global bond market review: Europe weakens

Demand for government bonds generally rose during April against a backdrop of intensifying concerns over the global economic outlook.

Adviser-Hub 14th May 2019

Article-Europe-01 Market Updates

Europe market review: Eurozone stages a rally

The eurozone’s economy rebounded during the first three months of 2019, posting quarter-on-quarter growth of 0.4%. Italy emerged from recession, supported by export activity.

Adviser-Hub 14th May 2019

Market Updates

Emerging markets review: Dovish Fed boosts sentiment towards emerging markets

Sentiment towards emerging markets has improved recently, boosted by a more dovish rhetoric from the US Federal Reserve.

Adviser-Hub 14th May 2019

Article-Japan-01 Market Updates

Asian Japan markets review: Bank of Japan provides additional guidance

Japan’s interest rates will remain unchanged until the beginning of 2020 at the earliest, according to the BoJ’s updated guidance.

Adviser-Hub 14th May 2019

Article-Europe-01 Market Updates

UK equity market review: Another six months …

The new Brexit deadline of 31 October has given UK MPs an additional six months to reach agreement.

Adviser-Hub 13th May 2019

Article-Chart-05-1 Market Updates

UK bond market review: Brextension eases demand for gilts

Demand for UK government bonds slipped during April: prices fell and yields rose as a six-month extension to Brexit allayed investors’.

Adviser-Hub 13th May 2019

Article-Building-Fed-01 Market Updates

US market review: Bull market celebrates its tenth birthday

The US bull market became the longest bull market in the history of the S&P 500 Index during March, celebrating its ten-year anniversary on 9 March.

Adviser-Hub 17th Apr 2019

Article-London-01 Market Updates

UK equity income market review: “Hope dies last”

Having tried – and failed – to get her Brexit deal through the House of Commons three times, Prime Minister Theresa May was obliged to seek an extension to the Article 50 process.

Adviser-Hub 17th Apr 2019

Article-Chart-03-1 Market Updates

UK equity income market review: Brexit puzzle remains unsolved

The Brexit conundrum remained unsolved as March drew to a close, and the UK remained in the EU as Brexit Day was pushed out to 12 April. The yield on the FTSE 100 Index declined over March.

Adviser-Hub 17th Apr 2019

Article-London-01 Market Updates

UK bond market review: Brexit uncertainties are unresolved

Following Parliament’s rejection of a no-deal Brexit, sterling surged against the US dollar to its highest level since June 2018 and against the euro to its highest level since April 2017.

Adviser-Hub 17th Apr 2019

Article-Chart-03-1 Market Updates

Global bond market review: European slowdown drives demand for bonds

Fears of an economic slowdown in Europe rattled investors during March, and European government bond yields fell as investors sought perceived safe havens.

Adviser-Hub 17th Apr 2019

Article-Chart-01-1 Market Updates

Europe market review: European slowdown

Interest rates in the eurozone are not expected to rise until next year at the earliest, according to the European Central Bank (ECB).

Adviser-Hub 17th Apr 2019

Article-China-01 Market Updates

Emerging markets review: China cuts economic forecast

China’s leaders cut their economic growth forecast for 2019 to 6% to 6.5%, compared with last year’s target of around 6.5%.

Adviser-Hub 17th Apr 2019

Article-Japan-01 Market Updates

Asian Japan markets review: Clouds over Japan’s economy

Confidence amongst Japanese businesses deteriorated over the first three months of 2019, according to the Bank of Japan’s (BoJ’s) quarterly Tankan survey of business sentiment.

Adviser-Hub 17th Apr 2019

Article-Global-01-3 Market Updates

Market briefings looking back at March

A selection of articles, written by our expert investment writers, covering the markets looking back through March.

Adviser-Hub 17th Apr 2019

Article-London-01 Market Updates

Global update: Brexit postponed…

“Brexit Day” – 29 March – came and went, but the UK remained in the EU. The UK was forced to seek an extension to the Article 50 process as Prime Minister Theresa May failed to get her Brexit deal thr...

Adviser-Hub 9th Apr 2019

Article-Building-04 Market Updates

Global bond market review: Italian bond yields rise

Government bond yields in Italy rose sharply during February as a decline in confidence pushed up borrowing costs. Sentiment was knocked by a combination of factors...

Adviser-Hub 7th Mar 2019

Article-Chart-03-2 Market Updates

UK equity income market review: Brexit question remains unanswered

UK share prices generally rose during February, despite the fact that the pressing issue of Brexit remained unresolved.

Adviser-Hub 7th Mar 2019

Article-DonaldTrump-01 Market Updates

US market review: Hopes of a trade deal

US equity markets rose during February as investor sentiment was buoyed by hopes that the US and China will finally manage to reach agreement on their long-running trade dispute.

Adviser-Hub 6th Mar 2019

Article-Europe-01 Market Updates

UK equity market review: The Brexit deadline looms

The UK ended February with the question of Brexit still unanswered. The month was dominated by political newsflow as concerns over Brexit were compounded by the resignation of eleven MPs. 

Adviser-Hub 6th Mar 2019

Article-London-01 Market Updates

UK bond market review: Brexit “fog”

The possibility that Brexit might be delayed beyond its 29 March deadline drove sterling to its highest level against the euro for almost two years during February.

Adviser-Hub 6th Mar 2019

Article-London-01 Market Updates

Global update: The eleventh hour...

With Brexit still unresolved and the clock counting down to the 29 March deadline, Prime Minister Theresa May announced that a second “meaningful vote” on her Brexit deal will be held by 12 March.

Adviser-Hub 6th Mar 2019

Article-Japan-01 Market Updates

Asian Japan markets review: Trade deal hopes boost sentiment

Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 Index reached its highest level since mid-December during February, boosted by US President Donald Trump’s decision to delay tariff increases on imports from China.

Adviser-Hub 6th Mar 2019

Market Updates

Market briefings looking back at February

A selection of articles, written by our expert investment writers, covering the markets looking back through February.

Adviser-Hub 6th Mar 2019

Article-Chart-01-1 Market Updates

Emerging markets review: End of trade dispute within sight?

Despite signs of an ongoing economic slowdown in China, share prices performed strongly during February. The US announced that it would postpone its planned tariff increases on Chinese exports.

Adviser-Hub 6th Mar 2019

Article-Chart-03-2 Market Updates

Europe market review: “No breakthrough in sight”

Further “robust but constructive” Brexit talk between Prime Minister Theresa May and European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker yielded no change in February.

Adviser-Hub 6th Mar 2019

Article-Japan-01 Market Updates

Asian Japan markets review: Subdued outlook for inflation

The outlook for Japan’s key export market appears clouded, dampened by the ongoing trade conflict between the US and China.

Adviser-Hub 25th Feb 2019

Market Updates

Emerging markets review: Trade conflicts pose a risk to growth

After a strong December, emerging markets generated a more muted performance in January. Nevertheless, emerging economies are expected to continue to drive global growth. However, one of the principal...

Adviser-Hub 25th Feb 2019

Market Updates

Europe market review: Headwinds to European growth

Although European stock markets generally rallied in January after December’s sharp falls, investor sentiment was blunted by further signs of economic slowdown. European Central Bank President Mario D...

Adviser-Hub 25th Feb 2019

Article-London-01 Market Updates

UK bond market review: May heads back to Brussels

With no sign of a resolution to Brexit, gilt yields seesawed in January. As expected, Prime Minister Theresa May failed to get her Brexit deal through the House of Commons, and ended the month with no...

Adviser-Hub 25th Feb 2019

Article-London-01 Market Updates

UK equity market review: Another throw of the dice

January ended without any resolution to the question of Brexit. With only two months left before the deadline of 29 March, investors faced up to the possibility of no deal. Following votes on a range...

Adviser-Hub 25th Feb 2019

Market Updates

US market review: A temporary end to the shutdown

Following its worst December since 1931, the S&P 500 Index experienced its best January since 1987. Investors appeared to shrug off the implications of a protracted partial shutdown of the federal gov...

Adviser-Hub 25th Feb 2019

Article-Europe-01-2019 Market Updates

Global update: Brexit: more talk, no action?

Having dominated financial markets in 2018, political issues intensified into 2019 in the UK and the US. The UK inched closer towards the Brexit deadline without any sign of a resolution.

Adviser-Hub 5th Feb 2019

Headers-Global-AO-01 Market Updates

Market briefings looking back at December

A selection of articles written by our expert investment writers, covering the markets looking back through December.

Adviser-Hub 18th Jan 2019

Article-Chart-01-1 Market Updates

Global update: 2018: worst year since 2008 for equity markets

2018 proved to be the worst year for global markets since 2008. The MSCI World Index fell by 10.4% over the year as a whole, dragged down by widespread economic and political concerns. Markets seesawe...

Adviser-Hub 7th Jan 2019

Article-Europe-AO-01_1 Market Updates

Europe market review: EU initiates Brexit contingency measures

Despite concerns that the eurozone’s economic expansion is showing signs of faltering, the European Central Bank confirmed that its programme of quantitative easing measures was ending at the end of 2...

Adviser-Hub 18th Dec 2018

Market Updates

Global bond market review: Rising risks to sovereign ratings

After a challenging 2018, risks to sovereign ratings are set to intensify in 2019. According to credit ratings agency Fitch, global financial conditions are tightening, political and geopolitical fact...

Adviser-Hub 18th Dec 2018

Article-Japan-01-2019 Market Updates

Asian Japan markets review: Japan faces economic headwinds in 2019

Japan’s economy contracted at an annualised rate of 2.5% during the third quarter of 2018, compared with an earlier calculation of -1.2%. Activity was curtailed during the year by a series of natural...

Adviser-Hub 18th Dec 2018

Article-Emerging-01-2019 Market Updates

Emerging markets review: Emerging markets underperform over 2018

Emerging markets performed better than broader world markets during December, but underperformed global markets over 2018. Following a protracted war over trade tariffs, China and the US finally agree...

Adviser-Hub 18th Dec 2018

Article-Cities-London-AO-01_1 Market Updates

UK bond market review: Choppy December for UK gilt yields

UK government bonds endured a choppy December as investor sentiment was dictated by Brexit and mounting fears of a no-deal scenario. Parliament was scheduled to hold a “meaningful vote” on Prime Minis...

Adviser-Hub 17th Dec 2018

Article-DowningStreet-01_1 Market Updates

UK equity market review: Mounting fears of a no-deal Brexit

Newsflow and investor sentiment were dominated by Brexit in December. Having managed to agree a Brexit deal with the EU in November, Prime Minister Theresa May later took the controversial decision to...

Adviser-Hub 17th Dec 2018

Article-Charts-AO-04_1 Market Updates

UK equity income market review: UK equity yields surged over 2018

UK equity markets continued their downward trend into December amid intensifying speculation over the possibility of a no-deal Brexit. Although the government managed to reach an agreement with the EU...

Adviser-Hub 17th Dec 2018

Article-Buildings-FED-01-2019 Market Updates

US market review: Partial shutdown for the US government

Although US equity markets hit record highs during 2018, they ended the year in negative territory, pulled down by concerns over trade tensions, rising interest rates, a partial shutdown of the federa...

Adviser-Hub 10th Dec 2018

Article-Cities-London-AO-01_1-1 Market Updates

UK equity income market review: Brexit hangs in the balance

UK share prices fell during November as months of Brexit negotiation between the UK and the EU finally culminated in an agreed deal.

Adviser-Hub 7th Dec 2018

Market Updates

UK bond market review: Brexit: decision time

UK government bonds and the pound remained hostages to Brexit in November as the UK finally agreed a Brexit deal with the EU.

Adviser-Hub 7th Dec 2018

Article-Chart-05 Market Updates

Global bond market review: Brexit sentiment drives European bond yields

European government bond yields rose sharply in November on the news that the UK and EU had finally managed to thrash out a Brexit deal.

Adviser-Hub 7th Dec 2018

Article-Europe-AO-01_1-2 Market Updates

Europe market review: Italy remains defiant

Brexit moved closer to a resolution during November as the EU and UK reached agreement on a deal; however, there are considerable doubts whether the deal will be ratified by the UK Parliament.

Adviser-Hub 7th Dec 2018

Article-Japan-01-2019 Market Updates

Asian Japan markets review: Natural disasters dampen Japan’s growth

Japan’s economy shrank during the three months to September, contracting at an annualised rate of 1.2%. Spending and export activity were hampered over the summer by a series of natural disasters.

Adviser-Hub 7th Dec 2018

Article-Global-AO-01_1.jpg Market Updates

Market briefings looking back at November

A selection of articles, written by our expert investment writers, covering the markets looking back through November.

Adviser-Hub 7th Dec 2018

Article-Europe-01 Market Updates

Global update: Deal or no deal … or no Brexit at all?

Months of Brexit speculation and uncertainty came to a head in November as the UK and the EU finally succeeded in reaching a Brexit deal.

Adviser-Hub 7th Dec 2018

Article-Chart-01-2019 Market Updates

Emerging markets review: Investors hope for trade resolution at G20

Emerging markets generally performed more strongly than the broader global equity market during November, boosted by hopes that the US and China might resolve their ongoing trade dispute at the G20 su...

Adviser-Hub 7th Dec 2018

Headers-Global-AO-01 Market Updates

Market briefings looking back through October

A selection of articles, written by our expert investment writers that cover the markets looking back through October.

Adviser-Hub 13th Nov 2018

Market Updates

US market review: US equities plummet in October

Financial markets experienced a volatile October and the S&P 500 Index experienced one of its worst Octobers since 1928 as investors became increasingly concerned about the outlook for global economic...

Adviser-Hub 9th Nov 2018

Article-Cities-London-AO-01_1 Market Updates

UK equity income market review: Record Q3 for UK dividends

Concerns about Brexit, global economic growth, geopolitical issues and monetary tightening undermined investors’ confidence during October and share prices generally fell.

Adviser-Hub 9th Nov 2018

Market Updates

Global bond market review: A choppy month for bond investors

A turbulent October sent investors scrambling for the perceived safety of “haven” assets such as the Japanese yen, US Treasury bonds, and gold.

Adviser-Hub 9th Nov 2018

Article-Cities-Japan-AO-01_1 Market Updates

Asian Japan markets review: Asian markets drop in October

Asian equity markets generally posted sharp declines during October. Nevertheless, Asia continues to drive global economic growth.

Adviser-Hub 9th Nov 2018

Article-Charts-AO-04_1 Market Updates

Europe market review: Europe: “a bunch of uncertainties”

European equity markets fell during October against a backdrop of intensifying worries relating to the impact of rising protectionism, Brexit and concerns over Italy's budget.

Adviser-Hub 9th Nov 2018

Article-Cities-London-AO-01_1-1 Market Updates

UK equity market review: A Brexit deal remains elusive

UK share prices fell sharply during October as investors became increasingly rattled by a combination of factors, including concerns over global growth and worries over Brexit.

Adviser-Hub 9th Nov 2018

Article-Cities-London-AO-01_1-1 Market Updates

UK bond market review: Gilt yields tumble in October

Turmoil in global financial markets and sharp losses in equity markets drove up demand for gilts during October, leading to a decline in gilt yields.

Adviser-Hub 9th Nov 2018

Article-Emerging-01-2019 Market Updates

Emerging markets review: Clouded outlook for emerging markets

The IMF expressed concern over the outlook for emerging markets during October: as monetary policy continues to normalise in advanced economies, capital inflows to emerging economies could start to de...

Adviser-Hub 9th Nov 2018

Article-Chart-01-2019 Market Updates

Global update: October’s global sell-off

October proved a torrid month for investors as equity markets fell heavily. The global sell-off was attributed to a range of factors, including concerns over Italy’s budget, wider worries about Brexit...

Adviser-Hub 9th Nov 2018

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US market review: Sharp falls in US share prices

Having risen by over 25% over 2017, the Dow Jones Industrial Average Index fell during February to levels last seen at the end of November.

Adviser-Hub 23rd Oct 2018

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Market briefings looking back at September

A selection of articles have been written by our expert investment writers that cover the markets looking back through September.

Adviser-Hub 9th Oct 2018

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Market briefings looking back at August

The below selection of articles have been written by our expert investment writers and cover the markets looking back through August. Asia Japan markets review A new Prime Minister for Austral...

Adviser-Hub 20th Sep 2018

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UK equity income market review: Mining sector fuels Q2 dividend growth

The second quarter is an important one for UK equity income investors, as it accounts for one-third of total annual dividends. Underlying dividend growth rose at an annualised rate of 7.1% during the...

Adviser-Hub 14th Aug 2018

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Global bond market review: Trade fears stoke bond yields

Global bond yields generally rose during July as escalating trade tensions undermined investors’ confidence. Nevertheless, despite concerns over the possible impact of the deepening trade wars, Federa...

Adviser-Hub 14th Aug 2018

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Asia Japan markets review: Trade fears dampen confidence

July 2018 Concerns over the impact of trade wars is starting to affect confidence amongst Japanese companies, according to the Bank of Japan’s quarterly Tankan survey of business sentiment. O...

Adviser-Hub 14th Aug 2018

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Emerging markets review: No winners in a global trade war

July 2018 During July, President Donald Trump imposed US$34 billion in tariffs on Chinese goods, prompting China to respond with US$34 billion of levies on US imports. The US announced plans to imp...

Adviser-Hub 14th Aug 2018

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Europe market review: Junker and Trump discuss trade

As the US imposed controversial tariffs on Chinese imports – and China responded in kind – President Donald Trump met with European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker. The two parties agreed to...

Adviser-Hub 9th Aug 2018

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US market review: Trade tariffs start to bite

Some US businesses have “scaled back or postponed” plans for capital spending amid mounting concern over the potential consequence of President Donald Trump’s controversial new trade tariffs. Accordin...

Adviser-Hub 9th Aug 2018

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Global update: Deal or no deal?

Investors became increasingly preoccupied by the possibility of a “no-deal” Brexit during July as the UK’s Parliament broke up for the summer recess.

Adviser-Hub 9th Aug 2018

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Market briefings looking back at July

A selection of articles written by our expert investment writers, covering the markets looking back through July.

Adviser-Hub 9th Aug 2018

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UK bond market review: Sterling wobbles in July

July 2008 Gilt yields rose and gilt prices fell during July amid expectations that the Bank of England (BoE) would increase its key interest rate at the Monetary Policy Committee’s (MPC&rsquo...

Adviser-Hub 9th Aug 2018

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UK equity market review: Brexit pressure builds

July 2018 With less than eight months to go before the UK leaves the EU, the possibility of a “no-deal” Brexit became a hot topic during July. The Government was thrown into disarray ea...

Adviser-Hub 9th Aug 2018

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Market briefings looking back at June

A selection of articles written by our expert investment writers that cover the markets looking back through June.

Adviser-Hub 16th Jul 2018

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UK equity market review: “Cards on the table”

June 2018 UK equity markets were blighted during June by Brexit, amid rising concerns over the UK’s lack of progress as the deadline moves closer. EC President Donald Tusk called on the UK to...

Adviser-Hub 16th Jul 2018

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UK equity income market review: Brexit continues to cast a shadow

June 2018 Although escalating trade tensions dominated global investor sentiment in June, the UK also had to contend with Brexit-related issues against a backdrop of criticism over the Government&r...

Adviser-Hub 16th Jul 2018

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Global bond market review: Rising demand for “safe havens”

June 2018 Demand for investments perceived to be “safe havens” – such as US Treasury Bonds, the Japanese yen and the Swiss franc – was boosted during the month by concerns o...

Adviser-Hub 16th Jul 2018

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US market review: “Losers on both sides”?

June 2018 Trade dominated newsflow and sentiment in the US during June. Investors endured a lacklustre month as financial markets reacted to the latest moves from the US Government and its key trad...

Adviser-Hub 16th Jul 2018

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UK bond market review: UK rates to rise in August?

June 2018 June proved to be another uneven month for UK government bonds. Investor sentiment was at the mercy of macroeconomic factors, from US President Donald Trump’s introduction of puniti...

Adviser-Hub 13th Jul 2018

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Asian Japan Markets Review: Trade wars cloud the outlook for exporters

June 2018 Escalating trade wars between the US and some of the world’s largest economies have raised fears that new trade tariffs could undermine the economies of major exporting nations in A...

Adviser-Hub 13th Jul 2018

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Emerging markerts review: Sino-US relations continue to sour

June 2018 June proved to be a challenging month for emerging market investors as trade tensions between the US and China continued to escalate. Following US President Donald Trump’s decision...

Adviser-Hub 13th Jul 2018

Article-Europe-AO-01_1-1 Market Updates

Europe market review: EU hit by US levies

May 2018 Trade tensions and political instability unsettled European investors during May. Markets were dealt a blow by the news that US President Donald Trump had decided, after all, to impose tar...

Adviser-Hub 11th Jun 2018

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Global bond market review|: Political turmoil in Italy

May 2018 Having breached 3% for the first time since 2011 in April, the ten-year US Treasury Bond yield rose above 3.10% in May. As the month progressed, however, Treasury bond yields subsided, dam...

Adviser-Hub 11th Jun 2018

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UK equity income market review: UK equity indices rise above the tension

May 2018 Despite escalating trade tensions, uncertainties over Brexit, and political instability in Italy, UK equity markets rose during May. The FTSE 100 Index increased by 2.2% and reached a new...

Adviser-Hub 11th Jun 2018

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Market briefings looking back at May

A selection of articles, written by our expert investment writers that cover the markets looking back through May.

Adviser-Hub 11th Jun 2018

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Asian Japan markets review: Asian economies vulnerable to trade tensions

May 2018 Economic growth in Asian countries – particularly Singapore and Hong Kong – is still heavily reliant on merchandise exports, according to Moody’s Investors Service, and e...

Adviser-Hub 11th Jun 2018

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Emerging markets review: Argentina raises rates to 40%

May 2018 Sentiment towards emerging markets was undermined during May by speculation that US monetary policy is likely to tighten more aggressively than previously anticipated, and by escalating co...

Adviser-Hub 11th Jun 2018

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US market review: Escalating trade tensions

May 2018 The prospect of global trade wars moved closer during May. The US announced that it would start imposing tariffs on steel and aluminium imports from the EU, Canada and Mexico, and also on...

Adviser-Hub 8th Jun 2018

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UK equity market review: Macroeconomic issues drive sentiment

May 2018 UK equity markets rose over May as a whole, but investors’ attention was absorbed by Italy’s ongoing political problems, question-marks over the UK Government’s commitmen...

Adviser-Hub 8th Jun 2018

Article-Week-Reflection-AO-01_1 Market Updates

UK bond market review: Gilt yields driven down by demand for safe havens

May 2018 UK gilts experienced a choppy month during May. The yield on the benchmark ten-year government bond rose above 1.55% during the middle of the month, but plummeted towards the end of May as...

Adviser-Hub 8th Jun 2018

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Global update: Trade wars on the horizon

May 2018 Corporate news took a back seat during May as political developments directed investor sentiment. The possibility of an international trade war moved closer during the month as the US pres...

Adviser-Hub 4th Jun 2018

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Market briefings looking back at April

A selection of articles, written by our expert investment writers that cover the markets looking back through April.

Adviser-Hub 23rd May 2018

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US market review: Strong beginning to the Q1 earnings season

April 2018 Strong first-quarter earnings reports provided a boost for investors who have been distracted by ongoing political developments and concerns over possible trade wars. Of the companies th...

Adviser-Hub 22nd May 2018

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UK equity market review: Corporate activity dominates the FTSE 100

April 2018 UK markets in April were notable for a flurry of corporate activity that was concentrated in the FTSE 100 Index, and large companies generally outperformed their medium-sized counterpart...

Adviser-Hub 22nd May 2018

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UK bond market review: UK economic growth disappoints

April 2018 Mounting speculation over inflation drove up government bond yields around the world in the middle of April, and the benchmark UK gilt yield closed as high as 1.54% during April. Sterlin...

Adviser-Hub 22nd May 2018

Article-Charts-AO-05_1-2 Market Updates

Global bond market review: 10-year Treasury bond yields breach 3%

April 2018 The ten-year US Treasury Bond yield rose above 3% for the first time since 2011 during April, stoked by mounting concerns over the outlook for inflation. The price of oil continued to cl...

Adviser-Hub 22nd May 2018

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Europe market review: ECB remains supportive

April 2018 During April, the ECB confirmed that it would continue with its planned programme of monthly bond purchases until the end of September, and that asset purchases would carry on beyond thi...

Adviser-Hub 21st May 2018

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Emerging markets review: Oil price continues its rise

April 2018 China posted encouraging annualised economic growth of 6.8% during the first three months of the year, beating the official target of “around 6.5%”. Nevertheless, there are p...

Adviser-Hub 21st May 2018

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Asian Japan markets review: Ongoing concern over trade tensions

April 2018 Confidence amongst large Japanese manufacturers deteriorated during the first quarter of 2018, according to the Bank of Japan’s (BoJ’s) quarterly Tankan survey. Meanwhile, Ja...

Adviser-Hub 21st May 2018

Article-Europe-AO-01_1-1 Market Updates

Europe market review: Europe reacts to a possible trade war

European markets were rattled during March over the prospect of a possible trade war with the US following President Donald Trump’s decision to impose a 25% levy on steel imports and a 10% levy on alu...

Adviser-Hub 17th Apr 2018

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UK share prices knocked by trade war concerns

In common with other major equity markets around the world, UK share prices declined during March.

Adviser-Hub 17th Apr 2018

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Asian Japan markets review: Yen spikes in March

President Trump’s proposed trade tariffs on steel and aluminium knocked investor sentiment in Asia during March, amid fears of a trade war.

Adviser-Hub 17th Apr 2018

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Emerging markets review: Looming trade war knocks sentiment

China’s relationship with the US deteriorated during March following President Donald Trump’s decision to impose a series of new tariffs intended to safeguard US interests.

Adviser-Hub 17th Apr 2018

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Market briefings looking back at March

A selection of articles, written by our expert investment writers that cover the markets looking back through March.

Adviser-Hub 5th Apr 2018

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UK equity market review: Progress on Brexit transition agreement

UK share prices generally fell during March amid expectations of tightening monetary policy and concerns over rising US protectionism.

Adviser-Hub 5th Apr 2018

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UK bond market review: Concerns over gilt supplies

UK gilt yields fell over March as a whole amid concerns over future supply as the DMO announced it would reduce gilt issuance in 2018/19 to its lowest level since 2007/2008.

Adviser-Hub 5th Apr 2018

Article-Charts-AO-05_1-3 Market Updates

UK equity market review: FTSE 100’s yield rises above 4%

The UK equity market experienced a volatile February.

Adviser-Hub 14th Mar 2018

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Europe market review: Post-Brexit future of Northern Ireland remains in doubt

February 2018 European share prices generally fell in February, undermined by speculation that major central banks may be poised to tighten monetary policy more quickly than previously anticipated....

Adviser-Hub 14th Mar 2018

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Global bond market review: US bond yields continue to rise

Global bond investors experienced an eventful February as investors faced up to the possibility that interest rates in the US might rise sooner than anticipated.

Adviser-Hub 14th Mar 2018

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Emerging markets review: Brazil cuts interest rates again

February 2018 Emerging equity markets were not immune to the heavy declines experienced by developed share indices during February. Investors around the world were rattled by signs that the end of...

Adviser-Hub 14th Mar 2018

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Asian Japan market review: Asian markets weakened in February

February 2018 Like many other major equity markets around the world, stock indices in Asia fell sharply during February amid speculation that US monetary policy might begin to tighten more quickly...

Adviser-Hub 14th Mar 2018

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Market briefings looking back at February

A selection of articles written by our expert investment writers that cover the markets looking back through February.

Adviser-Hub 9th Mar 2018

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UK equity market review: UK shares joined February’s global sell-off

UK share prices dropped sharply at the beginning of February amid mounting speculation that central bank policymakers – not only in the UK, but also in the US.

Adviser-Hub 9th Mar 2018

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UK bond market review: Gilt yields continued their rise in February

Having risen strongly during January, gilt yields continued their upward journey in February.

Adviser-Hub 9th Mar 2018

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Global update: Global sell-off in February

February 2018 Equity markets experienced a global sell-off during early February triggered by concerns that US interest rates might rise more rapidly than previously expected. Equity indices in the...

Adviser-Hub 2nd Mar 2018

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Market briefings looking back at January

A selection of articles, written by our expert investment writers and cover the markets looking back through January.

Adviser-Hub 14th Feb 2018

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UK equity income market review: Stronger pound could dampen UK dividend payouts

UK equity indices fell over January as a whole, dampened by a rally in the value of the pound.

Adviser-Hub 14th Feb 2018

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UK equity market review: The pound rallies in January

January 2018 Although the FTSE 100 Index reached a new all-time high during January, UK equity indices generally ended the month in negative territory, weighed down by a rally in the value of sterl...

Adviser-Hub 14th Feb 2018

Article-Week-Reflection_1 Market Updates

UK bond market review: Gilt yields soar in January

Despite a rally in the value of the pound, UK government bonds experienced a drop in demand during January, sending yields sharply higher.

Adviser-Hub 14th Feb 2018

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Emerging markets review: The price of oil reaches US$70 in January

The price of oil rose to US$70 per barrel for the first time in over three years during January as OPEC members confirmed that they would continue to limit output until the end of 2018.

Adviser-Hub 14th Feb 2018

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Asia Japan market review: The Nikkei 225 Index hits its highest level since 1991

Following the US’s rejection of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), the remaining 11 participants have agreed to sign a trade deal in Chile in March.

Adviser-Hub 14th Feb 2018

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Global bond yields rise sharply in January

Bond yields generally rose sharply in January as investors moved away from global fixed income, triggering speculation over the possibility of a bear market for bonds.

Adviser-Hub 14th Feb 2018

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US market review: Government shutdown hampers US sentiment

A three-day shutdown of the US federal government dampened investor sentiment as politicians reached deadlock over immigration policy. 

Adviser-Hub 14th Feb 2018

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Market briefings looking back at December

A selection of articles, written by our expert investment writers and cover the markets looking back through December.

Adviser-Hub 10th Jan 2018

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UK equity income market review: Global dividend growth gathers pace

November 2017 Although the FTSE 100 Index reached a new high during November, UK equity prices generally declined over the month as a whole, while yields rose. The Bank of England implemented its f...

Adviser-Hub 12th Dec 2017

Article-Europe-AO-01_1-2 Market Updates

Europe market review: Brexit discussions focus on Ireland

The mechanics and implications of Brexit continued to dominate newsflow during November and discussions over the future of the border between Ireland and Northern Ireland intensified during the month.

Adviser-Hub 11th Dec 2017

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Asia Japan market review: Japan shrugs off fresh hostility from North Korea

Despite a fresh display of aggression from North Korea towards Japan, the share prices of large Japanese companies generally rose during November.

Adviser-Hub 11th Dec 2017

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Oil reaches its highest level for over two years

The price of oil reached its highest level since the middle of 2015 in November, following a sudden anti-corruption purge in Saudi Arabia.

Adviser-Hub 11th Dec 2017

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UK equity market review: FTSE 100 Index reaches new high in November

UK interest rates rose for the first time since 2007 during November. Despite this, investors appear to be confident that any further increases will be very gradual, and the FTSE 100 Index reached a n...

Adviser-Hub 8th Dec 2017

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US market review: DJIA hits a new record in November

Despite hurricane-related disruption, the US economy posted strong third-quarter growth, expanding by 3.3% YoY.

Adviser-Hub 8th Dec 2017

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Market briefings looking back at November

A selection of articles, written by our expert investment writers that cover the markets looking back through November.

Adviser-Hub 5th Dec 2017

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Market briefings looking back at October

A selection of articles written by our expert investment writers, covering the markets looking back through October.

Adviser-Hub 7th Nov 2017

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Market briefings looking back at September

The below selection of articles have been written by our expert investment writers and cover the markets looking back through August. Asia Japan market review Snap election in Japan...

Adviser-Hub 12th Oct 2017

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Market briefings looking back at August

A selection of articles written by our expert investment writers that cover the markets looking back through August.

Adviser-Hub 28th Sep 2017

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Technology provided a boost for US equity indices

Investor sentiment was impaired during August by concern over North Korea’s relationship with the international community and worries about the impact of Tropical Storm Harvey, which hammered the US G...

Adviser-Hub 28th Sep 2017

Market Updates

UK bond market review: Demand for gilts rises during August

During August, investors’ appetite for risk deteriorated, undermined by further deterioration in relations between North Korea and the rest of the world.

Adviser-Hub 28th Sep 2017

Market Updates

Asia Japan market review: Tensions with North Korea put pressure on Asian markets

An increasingly strained relationship between North Korea and the international community culminated in North Korea’s decision to fire a ballistic missile over Japan.

Adviser-Hub 28th Sep 2017

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Emerging markets review: IMF warns on China’s credit boom

China’s credit growth continued to pose a problem in August.

Adviser-Hub 28th Sep 2017

Article-Charts-AO-03_1-3 Market Updates

US market review: The Fed is poised to pare back its balance sheet

Despite a raft of fresh problems for President Trump’s administration, US equity markets rose during July and the Dow Jones Industrial Average Index reached a new closing high at the end of the month.

Adviser-Hub 14th Aug 2017

Article-Charts-AO-03_1-3 Market Updates

UK equity income market review: UK equity yields fell during July

UK equity indices generally rose during July and yields fell. Dividend payouts hit a new second-quarter record in 2017, according to Capita Asset Services, reaching a total of £33.3 billion.

Adviser-Hub 14th Aug 2017

Article-Charts-AO-03_1-3 Market Updates

Global bond market review: Bond and currency markets remain under pressure

Despite a backdrop of persistently low inflation, speculation over the likelihood of tighter monetary policy continued to put pressure on global bond and currency markets during July.

Adviser-Hub 14th Aug 2017

Article-Charts-AO-03_1-3 Market Updates

Emerging markets review: China posts stronger-than-expected economic growth

China’s economy grew by 6.9% YoY during Q2, outstripping the Chinese government’s official annual economic growth target.

Adviser-Hub 14th Aug 2017

Article-Charts-AO-03_1-3 Market Updates

Asia Japan market review: Japan’s inflation to remain below target

Although Japan’s economy appears to be strengthening in some areas, the outlook for inflation remains subdued.

Adviser-Hub 14th Aug 2017

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Market briefings looking back at July

A selection of articles written by our expert investment writers that cover the markets looking back through July.

Adviser-Hub 14th Aug 2017

Article-Charts-AO-03_1-3 Market Updates

UK bond market review: Gilt yields declined in July

Gilt yields fell over July as a whole, dampened by an unexpected drop in the UK’s annualised rate of inflation.

Adviser-Hub 14th Aug 2017

Article-Chart-03-1 Market Updates

Europe market review: Economic sentiment improves in the eurozone

The European Central Bank continued to play down speculation that it is poised to begin winding down its programme of stimulus measures.

Adviser-Hub 14th Aug 2017

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