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Market Update - 9th April 2026.
9th April 2026
Shortly after a two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran was agreed, tensions have resurfaced, with Iran once again refusing to open the Strait of Hormuz.
Market Reaction to Ceasefire.
8th April 2026
A conditional ceasefire between the United States and Iran has provided markets with a welcome - if tentative - reprieve following a period of heightened geopolitical tension. The agreement, set to last for two weeks, is contingent on a critical requirement
Market update - 25th March 2026.
25th March 2026
Markets have once again been on a rollercoaster this week after President Trump posted on Truth Social claiming that he had held positive and encouraging talks with Iranian authorities aimed at ending the war.
Market update - 18th March 2026.
18th March 2026
On Monday, data from China showed industrial output grew by 6.3% over January-February, up from 5.2% in December. Retail sales also picked up, rising 2.8% compared with 0.9% at the end of 2025.
Market update - 11th March 2026.
11th March 2026
Markets fell on Monday as investors reacted to developments in the Middle East and rising oil prices, which reignited concerns about renewed energy‑driven inflation. Oil briefly surged to nearly $120 per barrel, its highest level since the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Market update - 4th March 2026
4th March 2026
Day five of the US–Israel conflict with Iran continues to unfold. Reports suggest that financial markets have reacted largely in line with expectations. Although markets initially reacted calmly on Monday, sentiment weakened considerably yesterday.