Weekly Market Wrap | 27 March 2023
Credit Suisse, one of the world’s largest banks, has been taken over by its long-time rival UBS for $3.25 billion. The acquisition, which was announced on March 20th, marks the end of an era for Credit Suisse, which had been in business for 167 years. The deal will see each shareholder of Credit Suisse receive 1 share in UBS for every 22.48 Credit Suisse shares they hold.
Weekly Market Wrap | 7 October 2022
Job growth remained robust in September, but easing slightly from the summer months...
Weekly Kick Start | 20 November 2023
The focal point last week centered on the APEC Summit, where US-China relations experienced a new turning point. At this pivotal meeting, leaders from both nations demonstrated a willingness to ease tensions and seek mutual progress through dialogue and agreements. This significant event has prompted us to concentrate on the APEC Summit in lasat week’s recap.
Weekly Market Wrap | 08 May 2023
The US Federal Reserve has raised interest rates by 0.25 percentage points, marking its 10th consecutive increase since March 2022. However, it also indicated that it may pause further hikes to assess the impact of recent bank failures and monitor inflation.
Weekly Kick Start | 09 October 2023
After weeks of market volatility, this week brought some relief for equity investors with positive gains. Among the top concerns this week are speculation about the next steps from the Bank of Japan (BOJ), anticipation surrounding developments at FTX, and the news that ExxonMobil is closing in on a $60 billion deal to acquire Pioneer Natural Resources, a move that could make it the leading U.S. oil producer.
US Elections Countdown: Your Quick Guide
The US elections, one of the year’s most pivotal events, is just around the corner. On 5th November 2024, the US will hold one of the most polarised presidential elections in its history. We’ll dive into the current race, break down each candidate’s policies, explore possible election scenarios, and look at their potential impact on the markets.
March 2025 FOMC Review: Markets Gain As Fed Holds Rates Steady
You’ve seen the headlines—trade tariffs from the Trump administration are back in focus, Elon Musk’s latest DOGE-related plans are making waves, and global markets are reacting to renewed policy uncertainty. Meanwhile, investors are feeling the heat. From the peak, the S&P 500 is down -6.6%, and the Nasdaq 100 has dropped -9.6% (as of March 6, 2025).
Why Your S&P 500 Investments Are Riskier Than You Think – The Hidden Danger of Concentration Risk
Concentration risk is the investing equivalent of ‘putting all your eggs in one basket’, it is the risk of holding a portfolio tilted heavily towards certain assets, sectors or countries. It can lead to wilder swings in returns compared to a more diversified approach.
Weekly Market Wrap | 30 September 2022
Equity markets have continued to fall as 10 year treasury yields hit 4%...
Weekly Kick Start | 11 December 2023
In this week’s recap, we delve into Moody’s recent decision to downgrade China’s credit outlook from stable to negative. This pivotal move, driven by rising debt risks and economic slowdown concerns, marks a significant shift in the perception of China’s fiscal health and poses critical implications for global investors.
