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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.
2nd March 2026
The geopolitical landscape shifted over the weekend following coordinated U.S. and Israeli strikes resulting in the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader. While military action of this magnitude naturally dominates headlines, tensions in the region have been building for several months.
25th February 2026
Markets rallied last week off the back of the recent Supreme Court ruling that declared many of the Trump administration tariffs unlawful. However, the White House has maintained that it will proceed with a new global tariff regime.
18th February 2026
This week, trading volumes were lower, partly because U.S. markets were closed on Monday and both Mainland China and Hong Kong were also shut.
11th February 2026
In Japan, Prime Minister Takaichi secured a decisive victory over the weekend, as her recently called election delivered a landslide majority for the Liberal Democratic Party - a feat that has eluded many leaders in recent years.
4th February 2026
After months of negotiations that ultimately toppled two prime ministers, France has finally secured parliamentary approval for a national budget. The breakthrough was made possible when the Socialist Party signalled it would stand aside, provided certain concessions were made.