Sebastian Mackay, Investment Director, looks at the historical bounce back of markets during times of volatility and the importance of the bond market in advanced diversification.

Kevin Kidney, Head of Investments, looks at the significant impact President Trump has had on US stock markets since taking office, and Delta Air Lines have cut their earnings expectations in half, with consumers dialing back on spending intentions amidst the economic uncertainty. 

George Bell, Portfolio Manager, reflects on a week which saw global equities down, and as we look to the week ahead, markets will be paying close attention US inflation reports and sentiment data to detect the first signs of expected cost increases brought on by tariffs.

Matt Henderson, Portfolio Manager, and Joe Forward, Investment Analyst, look at a week which has seen increased market volatility which is has largely been driven by US policy. In Europe, Germany has made major changes to its fiscal spending rules after the US withdrew aid for Ukraine which is shifting market sentiment.

George Bell, Portfolio Manager, looks at the largest move in European bond markets in 28 years, the causes behind it, and big winners behind the 2.15% advance in European equities.

Matt Henderson, Portfolio Manager, looks at the initial equity market impact and policy response from Canada and China to President Trump’s tariffs. As the US withdraws military support from Ukraine, Germany plans to change fiscal spending rules to increase borrowing to boost its own military and assist Ukraine. In addition to this a 500bn Euro infrastructure fund is to be created which has positively impacted European equities.

Sebastian Mackay, Investment Director, looks at the realities of President Trump’s America first policy which has resulted in a swing in equity sentiment favouring Europe which is outperforming US equities by 15%. Despite a strong underlying economy in the US, doubts about tech superiority have dented consumer and business confidence with the Nasdaq down 5% year-to-date.

Paul Durrans, Investment Director, recaps on the recent weakness in global equities with headwinds from ongoing US tariff policy and soft US economic data. As we look ahead to this week, Friday's US labour market report will be key, with expectations that jobs growth continues to be healthy. The European Central Bank meet on Thursday with another interest rate cut expected, while China’s National People’s Congress meeting kicks off this week with economic growth projections expected to be unchanged despite the US tariffs. 

Paul Durrans, Investment Director and Faye Graham, Investment Analyst, cover the key developments this week which have influenced the recent spike in global equity volatility. Discussions range from Tariffs, Nvidia, softer US economic data and today's US inflation report.

Sebastian Mackay, Investment Director, looks at the price of gold which has recently hit new all-time highs. But can the price of gold continue to rise or does it face near term risks?