Highlights: In November equity markets were boosted by Donald Trump’s election victory as investors bet that his policies will be better for business and likely to lead to stronger US economic growth. Oil prices rose 5.5% to US$49.41 … [Read more...]

Highlights: In September equity and bond markets were dominated by investor concerns around the timing of the next US interest rate hike. Crude oil prices rose 8% on talks from producer countries of possible cuts to oil production … [Read more...]

Highlights: Equities traded in a relative tight range in August but finished modestly higher. Crude oil prices recovered 7.5% on talks of possible production freezes from OPEC and non-OPEC countries when they meet in late September. … [Read more...]

Highlights; Following the sell-off in equities after the UK’s Brexit decision, equities staged a strong recovery in July, helped by expectations of more central bank stimulus measures in the major economies. Crude oil prices fell 14% … [Read more...]

Highlights; The recovery in equity and commodity prices from February lows continued into May with the third straight month of equity and commodity price rises. Oil prices continued to move higher, up another 7% in May. Iron ore … [Read more...]

Welcome to the May edition of the Market Update.  The recovery in equity and commodity prices continued in April helped by reasonable economic data and commentary from central banks, whilst oil prices continued to move higher, up another 20% in … [Read more...]

Highlights; Global equity markets continued to correct through February but stage an early March recovery Oil prices staged a strong recovery from mid-February – up 37% China economic data continued to consolidate and targets … [Read more...]

Highlights; Global equity markets were sharply lower in January Oil price volatility was the dominate reason for the global uncertainties China economic data marginally weaker but signs of stabilisation emerging US … [Read more...]

Highlights; Global equity markets correct in December – although Australia was a strong performer Oil prices continue to weaken  China stock market volatility, and weaker economic data, creates deflationary fears US … [Read more...]

Read full report >>>> Highlights; Global equity markets performances diverge significantly in November – Europe and Japan strong performers China economic data shows further signs of stabilisation US economic data … [Read more...]