UK Growth Beats Expectations but Pound Remains Subdued
The UK economy expanded more than expected in February, with the 0.5% growth exceeding initial forecasts of 0.1% growth. The main driving force behind the growth was due to both […]
Dollar Eases as Middle East Talks Boost Market Sentiment
Optimism for a de-escalation in the Middle Eastern conflict is growing after U.S President Donald Trump stated yesterday that more talks could be happening over the next two days in […]
Markets Adjust to Ongoing Tension as Ceasefire Confidence Fades
Last week was another clear reminder that, for now, geopolitics is firmly in the driving seat. Early in the week, markets reacted positively to news that Donald Trump would enter […]
US Inflation in Focus as Markets Brace for Potential Surge
The end of the week brings a bundle of economic releases in the US with inflation readings. With both inflation rate and CPI (consumer price index) being released, markets might […]
Oil Prices Rise on Middle East Tensions Ahead of US Data
Israeli strikes on Lebanon throughout the course of yesterday have led to a rebound of more than 2% on Oil prices as there seem to be conflicting signals over whether […]
Oil Prices Plunge as Ceasefire Hopes Lift Markets
Oil prices this morning have dropped almost 15% after Donald Trump agreed a two-week ceasefire with Iran. Crucially Iran has also shown a willingness to bring de-escalation to the current […]
Markets on Edge as Geopolitics and Inflation Drive Volatility
Last week was another eventful one for markets, with the ongoing situation between the U.S. and Iran continuing to dominate sentiment. Over the weekend, President Trump struck a slightly confusing […]
Geopolitical Tensions Drive Oil Higher Ahead of Crucial US Payroll Release
Oil prices have again climbed higher this morning after Donald Trump effectively dashed any hopes of ending the conflict in The Middle East, which has now reached its fifth week. […]
Oil Retreats as Trump Signals Possible U.S Withdrawal
Oil prices have slipped from multi-year highs earlier this morning after U.S President Donald Trump stated that The U.S could withdraw completely from the conflict within the next two to […]
Markets Navigate Geopolitics, Inflation Risks and Quarter-End Positioning
Last week felt slightly different from the pattern we’ve seen recently. While tensions between the U.S. and Iran remain elevated, President Trump held back from any further escalation, instead allowing […]