In the October 2020 edition of the Market Update: The upcoming US presidential election is contributing to market volatility and raising fears of a disputed election result, which could lead to market instability. Attention shifted in September from monetary policy to fiscal policy as … [Read more...]

In the September 2020 edition of the Market Update: The global economic recovery continues, however growth is uneven across regions and there were signs of a loss of momentum in Europe through the September quarter. US President Trump stepped up his trade rhetoric ahead of the presidential … [Read more...]

In the August 2020 edition of the Market Update: The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the global economy has been profound, especially in emerging, low-income economies with limited health care capacity. Trade tensions between the US and China added to market volatility, while the outcome … [Read more...]

In the July 2020 edition of the Market Update: Since the initial outbreak, COVID-19 has spread to over 210 countries, and estimates indicate it could trim global economic growth by between 3.0% to 6.0% in 2020. Cyclical indicators including PMIs and unemployment rates remain weak but are … [Read more...]

In the June 2020 edition of the Market Update: Key economies are attempting to avoid a resurgence in COVID-19 cases, but the World Health Organisation warned it continues to spread rapidly in some regions. Liquidity conditions remain favourable as central banks and governments continue to … [Read more...]