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3rd February 2025
As shown in the accompanying table, it was generally a positive week for markets. In the US, however, stocks ended lower after what began as a volatile week.
27th January 2025
As shown in the accompanying table, it was broadly a positive week for financial markets. President Donald Trump’s return to the White House was the main focus for investors, as he signed a series of executive orders on his first day back.
20th January 2025
Stocks climbed this week, fuelled by economic data that reinforced expectations for central banks to maintain supportive policies, as well as solid corporate earnings.
13th January 2025
As you can see from the accompanying table, markets were mixed this week. It was another short week for US markets, which were closed on Thursday, 9th January, in observance of a national day of mourning for former President Jimmy Carter.
6th January 2025
With limited time to settle into the new year, market activity remained mixed as investors navigated the early days of 2025.
23rd December 2024
It was a bumpy week for markets, with major indexes finishing broadly lower as investors reacted to central bank interest rate decisions and key economic updates. However, despite this short-term pullback, 2024 has been another strong year for equities, with solid performance in risk assets overall.