by Hannah Steyn | Jun 18, 2026 | Market Report
Market Summary Global Equity Investor confidence improves, despite lingering geopolitical risk Global equities delivered a strong return of roughly +4.8% (USD-terms) in May 2026, reflecting a broadly positive global equity backdrop. Global markets advanced...
by Hannah Steyn | May 19, 2026 | Market Report
Market Summary Global Equity Strong rebound during April as geopolitical risk eased Global equity markets experienced a historic rebound in April 2026, largely shrugging off a severe geopolitical shock from the previous month to reach new all-time highs. The...
by Hannah Steyn | Apr 23, 2026 | Market Report
Market Summary Volatility Returns as Geopolitics and Policy Uncertainty Rise The first quarter of 2026 has been marked by heightened volatility, as markets navigated a complex mix of geopolitical tensions, policy shifts and evolving investor sentiment. While...
by Hannah Steyn | Mar 12, 2026 | Market Report
Market summary Growth Broadens as Inflation Pressures Ease February presented investors with a mix of geopolitical tension and encouraging economic data. The US Supreme Court ruled against using emergency powers to justify the April 2025 reciprocal tariffs,...
by admin | Jan 17, 2026 | Market Report
Market summary A More Supportive Global Economic Backdrop January was marked by eye-catching geopolitical headlines, but beneath the surface investor confidence improved. Economic data in the US and Europe surprised positively, while inflation continued to...
by admin | Jan 16, 2026 | Market Report
December 2025 In Review From Fear to Recovery 2025 opened with renewed anxiety as US tariffs reignited global trade tensions, triggering a sharp sell-off in equities. By early April, developed markets were down 16.5%, and recession fears briefly...