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Market Commentary July 2025

Market Commentary July 2025

Q2 2025 saw strong rallies across most asset classes, apart from the US dollar and oil.
Market Commentary June 2025

Market Commentary June 2025

The US and China agreed to a temporary 90-day trade truce, easing fears of an escalating tariff war. This fueled investor confidence alongside the TACO (‘Trump Always Chickens Out’) trade,...
Market Commentary May 2025

Market Commentary May 2025

April 2025 was a tumultuous month for markets, triggered by Trump’s announcement of reciprocal tariffs that triggered a massive selloff in risk assets.
Market Commentary April 2025

Market Commentary April 2025

The global macroeconomic landscape has transformed dramatically since the start of 2025, driven largely by US tariffs and a more aggressive stance towards key trading partners, including historic allies.
Market Commentary March 2025

Market Commentary March 2025

February was a turbulent month with global equities retreating in the latter half of the month, dragged down by the US.
Market Commentary February 2025

Market Commentary February 2025

Following a challenging December, January was kind to most major asset classes with gold and equities leading the gains.