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TACO hopes outweigh US regional bank jitters
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Tariff man returns with a bolt from the blue
Emerging markets seeing biggest rally in 15 years
Data vacuum to persist as US Government shutdown continues
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Equity bulls emerge from the shadows and the Gold rally is broadening
Markets were calm on Friday as data failed to move the needle. This week, a busy docket awaits, headlined by the latest US jobs report.
Financial markets set to take the path of least resistance
Stocks rallied, the dollar caught a bid, and the Treasury curve steepened last week. This week, a much lighter economic docket awaits
What does China’s economic influence in Africa look like on the ground?
A study from the Cheung Kong Graduate School of Business, the IE China Observatory and the IE Africa Programme offers a glimpse from below.
Fed rate cuts: How are traders positioning themselves?
With the Fed widely expected to cut rates this week, whhich markets are starting to look more interesting for traders?
Policy decisions and a data deluge for the markets to absorb
We've got a monster docket ahead this week with 5 G10 interest rate policy decisions, and a data deluge on both sides of the pond
Stalling labour market keeps Fed on course to cut
Disappointing August US jobs data saw stocks slip, Treasuries rally, and the dollar dip, but keeps the Fed on course for a 25bp September cut
Lots of noise, but little to move the needle
Last week we saw a Fed pivot, a Fed firing and political shambles in the UK. This week sees the latest US jobs report
Jackson Hole eyed as Trump-Putin Summit yields little
We saw turgid trade on Friday as traders waited on news of the of the Trump / Putin summit. This week, all eyes will be on Jackson Hole
Markets drift as CPI and trade deadlines loom
Last week, stocks took the path of least resistance higher. This week, US CPI, and the US-China trade truce expiry, will be in focus
Defensiveness dominates after dismal NonFarm Payroll setback
Friday’s jobs report saw sentiment sour. This week, the latest ISM services survey, and a likely BoE rate cut, will be in focus.
US-EU trade deal done as markets move into a monster week
We have a bumper week ahead in terms of event risk, and arguably the last ‘proper’ week before summer markets well and truly set in
Tariff threats dominate the week
A busy data docket awaits, including the latest US & UK inflation figures, China GDP, and the start of Q2 earnings season
Markets meander as tariff letter wait goes on
Markets ended last week subdued, with the US closed for Independence Day. This week, a barren docket awaits, with Treasury supply in focus
UK bond markets signal fiscal warning to Starmer government
As memories of the Truss-era crisis remain fresh, the government must move swiftly to avoid further erosion of market trust.
S&P 500 rally rolls on amid deafening headline noise
Stocks hit new records on Friday while the dollar continued to soften, and gold lost its shine. A busy, but holiday-shortened week now awaits
Trump pressures Powell to cut rates, again
Geopolitical events were in sharp focus over the weekend after US strikes on Iran, but President Trump had time to criticise the Fed again
Markets navigate geopolitical tensions and Central Bank decisions
There are clear reasons for traders to trim back on risk exposure or to layer on portfolio hedges and geopolitical tensions dominate the week
Goldilocks Non Farm Payrolls clears the way for new highs
Friday’s ‘goldilocks’ US labour market report elicited a solid risk-on reaction, clearing the way for fresh equity highs
Tariff noise ramps up once more
The volume of tariff noise has been turned up yet again. This week, a busy docket awaits, highlighted by Friday’s US jobs report.
US policy continues to support S&P 500 volatility
Tariff uncertainty is back after Trump’s weekend to-and-fro on EU import levies, but a weekend U-turn sees dip buyers back
The prospect of new all-time highs in global equity indices?
The US fiscal position gets more attention, with the House Budget Committee having a second attempt at passing Trump’s reconciliation bill
Trade hopes fuel firmer sentiment
The markets get a bump as hopes rise of positive outcomes in trade talks between the US and its trading partners
Oil dives, equities rally, Fed cautious
The oil markets get increased attention with the OPEC+ alliance clearly fractured. Aussie markets look set to get a bump from the Labor victory.
Global bond investors are running out of places to hide
While bond investors are looking for alternatives to US Treasuries, some countries are struggling to maintain their AAA credit rating.
UK economy faces substantial risks ahead
Sharp payroll job losses in March coupled with all-time low consumer confidence pose significant risks to the United Kingdom’s economy.
The market is trading on hope – not reality
Stocks advanced on Friday as trade hopes grew with Treasuries and the dollar extending recent gains. This week, a jam-packed calendar awaits.
Can US short-term bonds serve as safe haven assets?
With the severe pressure being applied to US Treasuries, investors are casting around for safe haven alternatives.
No let-up in capital fleeing the US
Sell US’ remains the vibe of trade with stocks slumping once more, Treasuries selling-off across the curve, and the dollar making new lows
Tariff to-and-fro sparks run from US assets
Tariff-watching remains the ‘name of the game’ but continued policy incoherence is leading to increased capital flight out of the US
US Treasuries sell off and why it’s more worrying than a stock crash
The collapse in US government bond prices could be indicative of something more serious in the financial system's plumbing.
Everything looks ugly; everything will probably get uglier
Stocks continue to slump across the globe as the ugly fallout from Trump’s ‘reciprocal’ tariffs continues. Is there worse to come?
De-risking rolls on as tariff noise ramps up
With sentiment shaky as last week drew to a close, expect plenty of noise this week on the tariff front, as well as a jam-packed data docket
Spring Statement confirms worries about growing UK recession risk
The UK economy is facing recession risks, with yesterday's Spring Statement confirming what many had feared: conditions are worsening.
Tariff Turbulence: Trading the Market Countdown to “Liberation Day”
Trump’s “Liberation Day” on 2 April and the impending deluge of tariff-related announcements will drive price action, sentiment and liquidity
Spectre of the bond market stalks Reeves’ Spring Statement
The credibility of Britain’s economic stewardship hinges on whether the government can present a fiscal roadmap that reassures investors.
Markets play defence ahead of Central Bank bonanza
The S&P slumped last week as trade policy uncertainty and US economy concerns persisted. We've got a central bank bonanza this week.
Navigating market reversals and key risk events
Tariffs, EU/China fiscal policy and an unwind of US exceptionalism were clear themes impacting macro markets last week, resulting in some truly momentous moves
Pivotal week for growth jitters as geopolitical risk ratchets up
Stocks rallied into month-end on Friday, though haven demand drove bonds and upside for the dollar with jitters over the US economy
Sentiment sours as US exceptionalism looks more fragile
Stocks slumped and havens rallied on Friday amid jitters over US economic outperformance. Another quiet data docket awaits this week
Tariff threat leaves markets stuck between a rock and a hard place
Tariff news will continue to hang over financial markets for the next few weeks in an environment where no news is bad news for the dollar
Trump’s reciprocal tariffs and their global implications
Another lively start in a week where Trump will be everywhere, including a key announcement detailing reciprocal tariff outcomes
Trump’s tariff war: What should traders expect next?
For our premium subscribers, we take a look at what investors should expect as we open the next chapter of Trump's trade war with the rest of the world
Navigating volatility amid Trump’s tariffs
The focus shifts to pricing and positioning for fallout from Trump’s weekend tariff announcement and the risk of tit-for-tat countermeasures
Trump-watching gives way to risk event bonanza
President Trump’s first week left market participants largely unperturbed, though the week brings a busy calendar of policies and earnings
What next for 2024’s winners: Bitcoin, Japan and Small Cap EM?
Bitcoin, Japan and Small Cap Emerging Markets were strong performing assets in 2024. We take a look at their outlook for 2025
How Trump’s policies could reshape market dynamics
Cathie Wood, CEO of ARK Invest tells us how the Trump Administration could have a highly positive impact on the US equity market
Welcome back, Mr Tariff Man
Stocks & Treasuries gained last week after cool US core CPI stats, while UK economic ‘doom and gloom’ persisted.
2025, The Year of Reckoning and Disruption
2025 looks set to be 2025 looks set to be interesting, volatile, and maybe chaotic. Henrik Mikkelsen explores the possible outcomes
US economic data impact: market shifts and USD strength
US CPI is the marquee data risk as we look at the week ahead for traders
Risk and opportunity for sterling investors as stagflation looms
One of the most challenging financial environments in over a decade faces the UK gilts market and chancellor Rachel Reeves this week.
What is fiscal de-anchoring and why does it matter for UK gilts?
The UK's borrowing costs have just shot past the highs we saw during the Truss budget crisis of 2022: what next for the pound?
The first full trading week of the year awaits
Our regular look at the trading week ahead shows a busy data docket, highlighted by Friday’s US jobs report
2025 Outlook: What next for developed economies and currencies?
This ‘look-ahead’ explores US, European, and UK economies and attempts to offer ways of navigating an exciting – but uncertain – year ahead
Our Market Predictions for 2025: Bitcoin, Gold, Mag 7, China and more
It's time for our annual look at what we expect to see in the markets and more broadly in 2025: how many of these will we get right?
A high-stakes week for traders in global markets
Thanksgiving on Thursday marks the time when most start to close up their books, but we still have some risk events to come before New Year's
Here are Saxo Bank’s eight outrageous predictions for 2025
Saxo Bank has published its annual list of outrageous predictions for 2025 to illustrate some of the uncertainties that could affect markets
Central Banks, inflation data, and key event risks
The focus for traders this week will be the US CPI, which sets us up for next week's FOMC meeting, as well as the four major Central Bank meetings
Central Bank moves and trading strategies
Thanksgiving on Thursday marks the time when most start to close up their books, but we still have some risk events to come before New Year's
Tough to bet against the bull market as we head into the final stretch
Thanksgiving on Thursday marks the time when most start to close up their books, but we still have some risk events to come before New Year's
Nvidia Earnings and US Data in focus – trader’s weekly playbook
Nvidia earnings take centre stage as the lack of marquee event risk due this week may come as a welcome relief
Calmer heads asking new questions – trader’s weekly playbook
We head into the eye of the storm, with traders keen to price a US election outcome and move on from a polarising election campaign
Trump vs the Fed: can Powell complete his term under new management?
With Donald Trump destined to return to the White House, will he seek to interfere with US monetary policy this time around?
Prepping for the US election – trader’s weekly playbook
We head into the eye of the storm, with traders keen to price a US election outcome and move on from a polarising election campaign
Taking some chips off the table – trader’s weekly playbook
As the US election noise ramps up, traders also face the challenge of messy US nonfarm payrolls and a massive week of US corporate earnings
Assessing the signal through interference – trader’s weekly playbook
The event risk calendar errs on the lighter side this week, which could result in a greater focus on the increasing slew of company earnings, as well as US election risk
Staying the course on risk – trader’s weekly playbook
Those set in long positions in a select number of equity indices and USD should still be feeling good about life
US Economic Exceptionalism Makes a Comeback – trader’s weekly playbook
Stimulus from China, coupled with rate cuts elsewhere, re-affirmed the policy put last week
Sentiment Solid As Jobs Day Approaches – trader’s weekly playbook
Stimulus from China, coupled with rate cuts elsewhere, re-affirmed the policy put last week
The Race To Neutral Is On – trader’s weekly playbook
We continue to digest the FOMC’s ‘jumbo’ 50bp cut, as a lighter economic docket awaits, plus end of month/quarter flows are in the mix
A Peaceful Easing Feeling – trader’s weekly playbook
US large-cap equity markets last week navigated the US CPI report and the Trump vs Harris presidential debate with ease
Markets demand clarity – trader’s weekly playbook
Key event risk in the week ahead includes the Harris/Trump presidential debate, an ECB meeting and Apple's Glowtime event
Fighting on after a bruising week – trader’s weekly playbook
Key event risk in the week ahead includes US CPI and retail sales, UK jobs and CPI, and Australian jobs and ASX 20o earnings
Markets seek emphatic central bank response – trader’s weekly playbook
Key event risk in the week ahead includes US weekly jobless claims and the Senior Loan Officer Survey
This week has it all – a trader’s playbook
Key event risk in the week ahead includes US earnings, nonfarm payrolls and the FOMC meeting
Will it be Harris vs Trump? the week’s playbook
Key event risk in the week ahead includes a potential pullback from the stocks that would benefit from a Trump presidency
Time for the Fed speakers to stand up: the week’s playbook
Key event risk in the week ahead includes the US retail sales release and a host of speeches from Fed members
US CPI may cement September Fed cut: this week’s playbook
Key event risk in the week ahead includes the French election fallout, US CPI and US banks starting to report earnings
Has the market fully priced in a UK Labour victory?
As the dust settles from the UK's election campaign, how have markets reacted in the aftermath and what will traders focus on?
Politics, Payrolls, and Policy: this week’s playbook
Key event risk in the week ahead includes the UK general election, and Friday's US non-farm payrolls
Managing political risk: week ahead playbook
Key event risk in the week ahead includes the ramping up of the US elections
S&P 500 hanging on by a thread
Key event risk in the week ahead includes a surfeit of central bank meetings
FOMC hawks present equity risk this week
Key event risk in the week ahead includes the FOMC meeting, US non-farm payrolls and CPI, and Australian jobs
Playing the ranges: ECB rate cut likely
Key event risk in the week ahead includes the ECB meeting, US nonfarm payrolls and the unemployment rate, plus Swiss CPI inflation
Low volatility still offers abundant opportunity
Markets start the week on a slow note with the US and UK sessions limited by Memorial Day and the UK public holiday on Monday.
All-time highs for US indices, with NVDA set to turn the dial
Key risk events are US and Canadian CPI announcements, and Nvidia is set to turn the dial on US indices already at all-time-highs
Markets pricing big moves as China heavyweights set to release earnings
The options market is pricing some big moves this week so we could feasibly see the Hang Seng 50 testing 20k soon enough
Hang Seng boosted by equity fund inflows from the Chinese mainland
The Hang Seng gained 8.8% last week helped by 20 straight days of inflows into Hong Kong equity funds from the China mainland
Time to buy the Nasdaq dip or sell the rip?
For traders compelled to buy the Nasdaq dips, waiting for the rip after early traders buy in seems the higher probability play
Will UK inflation hit the Bank of England’s 2% target this spring?
Inflation is the primary focus for the Bank of England and is set to have cooled further in March, remaining on track to hit the 2% target
Markets expected to take the path of least resistance this week
With data set to be relatively limited this week, the path of least resistance leads higher for both the greenback and global equities
Expect the markets to come alive with Central Banks in focus this week
The markets will come alive this week reacting a number of tier 1 event risks including FOMC, BoE and BoJ interest rate meetings
UK Gilts: market seems happy with Budget as demand picks up at bond auctions
Gilts look like they offer investors more value today than they have for some time, and demand from investors has been picking up sharply.
Price action shows the bulls are very much in control
Long equity hedged with gold exposures seems the play, and looking at the charts, onwards and upwards feels like the path of least resistance
Why are FX markets suffering with low volatility right now?
The FX market has been subdued, to say the least. We explore why that may be, and what might spur a resurgence in volatility
Traders expect the markets to be choppy having hit record levels
The US Dollar continues to perform; Nvidia results to keep focus on the Nasdaq and Chinese equities off to a solid start for the new year
FOMC closing the door on a March rate cut?
Language from the FOMC and a very strong nonfarm payrolls report are likely to have ended the prospect of a March rate cut
Technical Analysis: China, US Equities and Commodities in focus
It's another busy week. Watch for moves in Chinese markets, US earnings season big hitters are in play and energy commodities are on the move
Technical Analysis: Earnings season to play a big role in market direction
With 16% of the S&P500 reporting this week, earnings and corporate outlooks will play a significant role in market sentiment
Fund manager forecasts 0.5% cut in UK base rates before end of March
Fund manager MPG sees sharp drop in UK and European Union inflation and more volatility in equity markets.
Traders convinced the Fed’s easing cycle starts in March
With US CPI and PPI releases behind us, the market has become even more convinced that the Fed’s easing cycle starts in March
Japan and small caps are markets to watch in 2024
Cartsen Gerlinger of Moventum Asset Management looks at the markets he thinks could do well in the choppy waters of 2024.
Has a dovish Federal Reserve jumped the gun?
Did the Federal Reserve jump the gun by being too dovish in its narrative this month? Will bonds outperform stocks in 2024?
Technical Analysis: is there one last push left in risky assets?
Will traders start to close their books, reduce exposures and lock in returns, or is there one last push left in risky assets?
Central banks preview: Fed, ECB and BoE on the radar this week
It’s a busy week ahead for the central bank calendar, with 5 major central banks set to report on their monetary policy
Technical Analysis: A week littered with landmines
In the financial markets this week we see lots of tier-one catalysts and event risk for traders to navigate
USD strengthens as markets eye the US jobs data ahead of the Fed meeting next week
The US dollar has managed to shake off its negative bias and is reversing some recent losses despite US yields continuing to pull back
Technical Analysis: Is there further juice in the equity rally?
The Dow Jones is where the big moves are playing out while the S&P500 also closed higher for a fifth consecutive week
Euro Zone CPI expected to continue dropping; economists warn about cutting too soon
The first reading of the November Euro Zone CPI is released this week with expectations of a drop in Headline and Core numbers
Technical Analysis: US Dollar central to broad market sentiment
Volume and liquidity kick back into markets after the US Thanksgiving celebrations and the USD will be key to broader market sentiment
Technical Analysis: Will 2024 be a year of central bank easing?
Central bank easing is a theme that will be front of mind for 2024, with some debate as to why the markets are discounting such easing
Technical analysis: Buy what’s strong sell what’s weak
The week ahead will refocus trader attention on global growth dynamics, with China, Europe, and the US in the spotlight
Is this a week for the markets to pause for breath?
As we look ahead at the new week, the event risk is on the light side, so we may see the market pause for breath
Defence still the best form of attack?
Equity continues to trade heavily and the bearish momentum in EU and US equity indices suggest this is still a sellers’ market
Equities find few friends as corporate earnings season continues
Investors will be looking to corporate earnings to have a more positive effect on the markets and stabilise sentiment
Are the Crude Oil and Natural Gas markets set to direct sentiment?
Will economic data and US earnings move the dial or will newsflow from the Middle East consume attention and direct sentiment?
US inflation numbers in focus; Central Bank officials set to speak
US CPI data set to be the big risk event of the week while Central Bank officials are speaking at NABE and IMF conferences
After 11 straight weeks of gains, are we nearing a tactical turn in the USD?
After 11 straight weeks of gains in the USD driven by EURUSD and range highs, we ask whether the dollar can make it a 12th
The plunge in German bond prices is not just an interest rate issue
Yields on German bonds rose to 2.8% this week, the highest in 12 years and a whopping 35% higher since the start of the year.
A week for the bears as market risks put pressure on equities?
The balance of risks points to equities continuing to slip, having breached key levels last week, while fxed income is set for further downside
Is this the last round of interest rate hikes from Central Banks?
With many Central Banks set to meet this week, we expect to see further tightening for most - but for how much longer?
Why is the US economy in better shape than its European counterpart?
With the US economy set to hold interest rates while Europe continues to battle high inflation, we take a look at their differing fortunes
Technical Analysis: A hawkish pause for the European Central Bank?
The ECB meeting is a significant risk event for EUR FX and EU equity traders and could result in a sizeable bout of cross-asset volatility
The bond market is back with a vengeance
Not only are higher yields generating positive returns, but the new issuances in both government and corporate bonds are on the rise.
Technical Analysis: Crude Oil on a tear. Can it test $100?
Commodities should be on the radar, with Crude Oil on a tear and many questioning how long it takes for it to test $100
Technical Analysis: US inflation and Nonfarm Payrolls in focus
A hawkish lean from Fed chair Jay Powell adds emphasis on US core PCE inflation and US nonfarm payrolls this week
Technical Analysis: Traders look to Jackson Hole
As we head towards the end of the week, trader attention should turn to Jackson Hole, where Jay Powell takes centre stage
Technical Analysis: can the USD continue its run?
The USD was the top performer in G10 FX last week. With China sentiment weakening, are we likely to see further USD gains?
China’s deflation threat: cause for concern or just a minor headache?
News about potential deflation within China's economy has many commentators worried, but is this being exaggerated?
Technical Analysis: inflation takes centre stage
US CPI is the main event of the week with the market looking for both headline and core CPI inflation to increase by 0.2%
Fitch and the US debt downgrade: should investors be worried?
In a big move for US debt markets, Fitch has downgraded American government debt, but will this be just a flash in the pan?
Technical analysis: no rest for the wicked as equities rally
With the Fed and ECB almost done with tightening, the chase for performance is on, and those underweight equities are feeling the heat
A new perspective on the UK inflation numbers
We take a closer look at the current UK inflation numbers ahead of the August Bank of England meeting: should you be optimistic?
Technical analysis: has the USD sell-off gone too far?
Any upside in the USD will likely see equity markets finding better sellers, having seen big gains last week
Technical Analysis: US CPI seen as the next big risk event
With the US nonfarm payrolls behind us, we look to the US CPI report on Wednesday as the next big risk event for markets
Technical Analysis: Nasdaq 100 will be the index to watch in July
The Nasdaq100 has rallied in the last 15 consecutive months of July and the odds are skewed for higher levels
Technical Analysis: economic growth, inflation and Central Banks
After a dramatic weekend in geopolitical news flow, we take a look at the key events for the financial markets this week
Technical Analysis: preview of the Bank of England rate decision
Amid high inflation and tightening labour market, the BoE are set to raise rates again. We take a look at what is in store for the markets
What’s behind the Federal Reserve’s decision to pause rates?
While the Fed stepped away from raising rates this month, the ECB pushed higher, creating new dynamics in the GBP/EUR trade.
Technical Analysis: China stimulus expectations lift sentiment
Central focus this week is likely to remain on the USD, US rates pricing, US regional banks and further positive flow into Chinese assets
Technical analysis: a defining week for financial markets
The US debt ceiling, and the price action in US banks, are likely to be the events that will dominate the narrative this week
Technical Analysis: USD breaks out, China growth concerns
Consolidation in many equity markets remains the central theme, but the breakout in the USD has certainly not gone unnoticed by traders
The Week Ahead: First Republic Bank fallout – how will the Fed react?
In this week's look ahead, trader and educator, Chris Tubby from Symax Fintech gives his views on the fallout of First Republic Bank
Is it safe to invest in Brazil?
The fund management team responsible for the Utilico Emerging Markets Trust explains what is happening in Brazil's economy.
Technical Analysis: US data a possible volatility event risk
Traders will be looking for a series (and trend) of weaker growth data prints for the USD to take another leg lower
The Week Ahead: Inflation headache remains for Central Banks
Trader and Educator Chris Tubby talks to us about inflation, interest rates, Bank of Japan's new Governor and Tesla
Technical analysis: US banks take centre stage
The USD gets centre stage this week. While the US data flow is low-key, news flow from the US banks could influence the USD
How can you insulate your portfolio from a recession?
We get the download from star fund managers on how they protect their investment portfolios from the ravages of recession.
Technical analysis: Risk-on assets back on the table
Looking at price action in any of the US or EU equity indices you could argue that investor sentiment is bullish
Nasdaq pawing the ground ahead of new Bull Run
The tech-heavy Nasdaq index looks to close out the month with record returns, auguring the potential of a new tech-prompted Bull Run.
US interest rates providing some great trading opportunities
U.S interest futures have rallied on the expectation the Fed would cut rates this year and now offers some great opportunities
Technical analysis: price action constructive despite the gloom
Despite the gloom, equity bulls are seeing good support below 3920 on the S&P500 while the Nasdaq100 is eyeing a bullish breakout
The Old Lady of Threadneedle Street’s not for turning
As Andrew Bailey raises interest rates by 25bps in the UK, other central banks pause for breath as banking sector issues remain front of house
Credit Suisse AT1 bonds: what are they and why do they matter?
The AT1 bond market has been brought sharply into focus with many investors realising they are now what they thought they were.
UBS acquisition of Credit Suisse to settle markets?
It's already a historic start to the week and there seems so much to play for as we enter another banking sector headline-driven market
European banks facing the heat
It's been a turbulent week for banks as market panic punishes Credit Suisse. We take a look how central banks might react
Technical Analysis: Fed bring out the big guns
We start the week on a positive note but with such event risk in front of us volatility remains something that traders need to adjust too and respect.
Tickmill – Powell rains on equity parade with inflation comments
Federal Reserve chairman, Jerome Powell says interest rates might need to still go higher, for longer; market reacts negatively
UK Budget 2023: can Hunt get British businesses out of deep freeze?
Neil Wilson of Finalto takes a look at what investors should be expecting from Jeremy Hunt's first big outing as Chancellor.
Technical Analysis: Traders eyeing Fed chair testimony
Traders look towards interest rate pricing, which could be impacted by Fed chair Jay Powell’s testimony to the Senate Banking Committee
Technical Analysis: European data in focus this week
The markets are focused more intently on Europe this week with flash CPI prints and a rate decision by the European Central Bank
Economic news: Possible market movers for the week ahead
David Morrison looks at the macroeconomic picture and its effect on global markets for the week of 27th February 2023
Technical Analysis: next big event risk is Powell’s testimony
As we gear up for the next FOMC meeting, traders are looking forward to Jay Powell’s Congressional testimony as the next tier 1 event risk
Economic news: Possible market movers for the week ahead
David Morrison looks at the macroeconomic picture and its effect on global markets for the week of 20th February 2023
Nordic corporate bond issuance sees 56% drop in 2022
Despite a challenging financial environment, first time default rates declined through the year, but high yield pricing remained volatile.
Technical analysis: Inflation data to offer key insights
This period of change and re-assessment sees choppy markets as the collective wisdom finds it hard to forge a consensus
Economic news: Possible market movers for the week ahead
David Morrison looks at the macroeconomic picture and its effect on global markets for the week of 13th February 2023
Technical analysis: Can traders trust the USD rally?
The broad-based USD rally on Friday was pretty impressive and caused shockwaves in commodities, but can it last?
Economic news: Possible market movers for the week ahead
David Morrison looks at the macroeconomic picture and its effect on global markets for the week of 6th February 2023
US Non Farm Payroll surprise: key questions answered
The US NFP figure surprised considerably to the upside this week: is this good news for the market or will the Fed tighten faster?
Tickmill sees volatility brewing with near-time upside ahead
Tickmill comments on the actions that Fed, BoE and ECB rate hikes had on markets and suggests that tightening might be coming to an end
Technical analysis: market landmines almost everywhere we look
Traders will need to contend with month-end flows and one of the biggest weeks of tier 1 event risk in recent memory
Time to get back into Chinese stocks?
It looks like China may indeed be back in business, but are there still any risks lying in wait for investors?
Economic news: Potential market movers for the week ahead
David Morrison looks at the macroeconomic picture and its effect on global markets for the week of 30th January 2023
Technical analysis: European data coming in hotter than expected
The European Central Bank is in focus this week as speakers give their views on economics and policy ahead of next week’s key ECB meeting
Economic news: Potential market movers for the week ahead
David Morrison looks at the macroeconomic picture and its effect on global markets for the week of 23rd January 2023
Will China reward investors in the Year of the Rabbit?
Jason Hollands, Managing Director of investment platform Bestinvest, spoke to us about the prospects for China this year.
Technical analysis: All eyes on the Bank of Japan this week
The big volatility driver to look for is the Bank of Japan disappointing market expectations and leaving policy unchanged
Economic news: Potential market movers for the week ahead
David Morrison looks at the macroeconomic picture and its effect on global markets for the week of 16th January 2023
UK equities fit the bill as uncertain 2023 favours dividend yielding stocks
Daniel Casali of Evelyn Partners makes the argument for higher yielding UK stocks as he anticipates a 2023 recovery.
Economic news: Potential market movers for the week ahead
David Morrison looks at the macroeconomic picture and its effect on global markets for the week of 9th January 2023
China crisis: in or out in year of change for Middle Kingdom?
We chat to fund managers seeking to analyse the best ways back into the Chinese economy now that China has dumped zero Covid.
The year of 2023: what could lie ahead for investors
Seasoned market commentator Henrik Mikkelsen shares his expectations for financial markets in the next year with us.
Technical analysis: the big themes for 2023
Markets price in the future, and we take a look forward to the key themes that could cause volatility throughout 2023
UK, US and the Eurozone over the holidays
David Morrison looks at the macroeconomic picture and its effect on the US, UK and Eurozone for the week of 19 December 2022
What’s the outlook for UK inflation in 2023?
Daniel Casali, Chief Investment Strategist at Evelyn Partners, writes here on the outlook for UK inflation in 2023.
Technical analysis: the last hoorah of 2022
This week, the markets could go anywhere with US CPI print setting the tone above all else. All eyes are on Inflation and rate decisions
The UK, US and the Eurozone in the week ahead
David Morrison looks at the macroeconomic picture and its effect on the US, UK and Eurozone for the week of 12 December 2022
Technical analysis: calm before the storm
This week will be about getting exposures in check and reacting to any landmines before the big risk events come in to play next week
The UK, US and the Eurozone in the week ahead
David Morrison looks at the macroeconomic picture and its effect on the US, UK and Eurozone for the week of 5 December 2022
China protests: should overseas investors be getting concerned?
With thousands of citizens taking to the streets to protest against zero Covid, is China facing a new political crisis?
Technical analysis: closing an incredibly eventful November
We assess the event risk and potential land mines for the week ahead including US, Australia, China and OPEC
The UK, US and the Eurozone in the week ahead
David Morrison looks at the macroeconomic picture and its effect on the US, UK and Eurozone for the week of 28 November 2022
UK recession forecast 2023: first in, last out?
Frédérique Carrier at RBC Wealth Management in the UK, explores the reasons behind the UK's lackluster economic performance.
Technical analysis: trading opportunities in an evolving world
It’s a quiet week ahead by way of known event risks, with many traders taking leave over the Thanksgiving celebrations
The UK, US and the Eurozone in the week ahead
David Morrison looks at the macroeconomic picture and its effect on the US, UK and Eurozone for the week of 21 November 2022
Technical analysis: Will a calm descend after a cross-asset storm?
Last week was a momentous week from a cross-asset basis. We take a look at what is to come in the financial markets this week
The UK, US and the Eurozone in the week ahead
David Morrison looks at the macroeconomic picture and its effect on the US, UK and Eurozone for the week of 14 November 2022
Fiscal and monetary policy are working in direct opposition to each other
Bevan Blair, Chief Investment Officer of One Four Nine Portfolio Management, looks at the current contradictions in monetary policy.
Opinion: We are being punished by years of Nanny Finance
The CEO of Saxo Markets UK looks at monetary policy and asks if central banks have been too kind on us all?
Should investors be worried about the US mid-term elections?
As the US goes to the polls for the mid-term elections Charles Schwab looks at some of the numbers underpinning presidents and stocks.
