Weekly Market Update – May 2026: Markets Rebound but Energy Risks Linger

by Rebecca FatharlyMarket & Economic Updates 14 May 202620 May 2026Comments are Disabled

Global markets rallied in April, recovering from March’s losses as strong earnings and continued AI-driven growth supported investor sentiment. However, the ongoing Iran conflict and elevated oil prices continue to create uncertainty around inflation and economic growth. Markets recover as tensions persist Global equity markets rebounded during April, with U.S. equities climbing to fresh highs …

Weekly Market Update – 11th May 2026: Technology Stocks Continue to Drive Global Markets

by Rebecca FatharlyMarket & Economic Updates 11 May 20262 July 2026Comments are Disabled

Strong corporate earnings supported a broad-based rally in global equity markets last week, with continued strength in the technology sector helping drive performance across major regions. The U.S. and Japan led gains, while UK equities lagged amid fading optimism surrounding a potential U.S.-Iran peace deal and renewed geopolitical uncertainty. US: Technology sector continues to lead …

Weekly Market Update – 5th May 2026: Markets Navigate Central Bank Decisions and Geopolitical Uncertainty

by Rebecca FatharlyMarket & Economic Updates 6 May 202620 May 2026Comments are Disabled

Global equity markets delivered mixed returns in a busy week for investors, with markets digesting developments in the Middle East, rising energy prices, central bank decisions and another strong wave of corporate earnings. U.S. equities led gains, while Japanese markets lagged following a strong start to 2026. US: Equities rally on strong earnings as rates …

Weekly Market Update – 27th April 2026: AI Strength Supports Markets Amid Geopolitical Pressure

by Rebecca FatharlyMarket & Economic Updates 27 April 20262 July 2026Comments are Disabled

Global equity markets delivered mixed performance last week. Gains were largely driven by artificial intelligence-related stocks in the U.S. and Japan, while European equities came under pressure as geopolitical tensions persisted and the Strait of Hormuz remained largely closed. US: Equities reach record highs on AI strength and earnings U.S. equity markets finished the week …

Rory Albon Shortlisted for Adviser of the Year at the Client Experience Awards 2026

by Rebecca FatharlyAFP News & Events 24 April 202624 April 2026Comments are Disabled

We are thrilled to share that Rory Albon has been shortlisted for Adviser of the Year (Financial Advice) at the 2026 Client Experience Awards. This recognition highlights the advisers who go above and beyond to deliver exceptional service, placing client experience at the heart of everything they do. Being shortlisted is a fantastic achievement, and …

Weekly Market Update – 20th April 2026: Markets Rise as Sentiment Improves

by Rebecca FatharlyMarket & Economic Updates 20 April 20262 July 2026Comments are Disabled

Global equity markets advanced over the week, supported by signs of de-escalation in the Middle East, strong corporate earnings and generally reassuring economic data. U.S. equities led the gains, while UK markets lagged global peers for the second consecutive week. US: Equities rally on easing geopolitical tensions U.S. equities recorded a third consecutive week of …

Weekly Market Update – 13th April 2026: Markets Rally on Middle East Ceasefire Framework

by Rebecca FatharlyMarket & Economic Updates 13 April 202613 April 2026Comments are Disabled

Global equity markets rallied strongly last week as a proposed two-week ceasefire framework in the Middle East improved investor sentiment and pushed oil prices sharply lower. Japanese equities led the gains, while UK equities also rose but underperformed global peers. US: Equities jump on two-week ceasefire framework U.S. equities recorded a second consecutive week of …

Weekly Market Update – 7th April 2026: Markets Rebound on Hopes of De-escalation

by Rebecca FatharlyMarket & Economic Updates 8 April 20268 April 2026Comments are Disabled

Global equity markets were mixed last week, with sentiment shifting as comments from U.S. President Donald Trump raised hopes of a near-term resolution in the Middle East. U.S. and European equities rebounded strongly, while Japanese and Chinese markets lagged as energy and geopolitical concerns continued to weigh. US: Equities rally on hopes of de-escalation U.S. …

Weekly Market Update – 30th March 2026: Volatility Continues as Energy Prices Drive Markets

by Rebecca FatharlyMarket & Economic Updates 30 March 20268 April 2026Comments are Disabled

The ongoing Middle East conflict and continued energy price volatility remained the dominant drivers of investor sentiment across global markets last week. U.S. equities were hit hardest as shifting headlines weakened confidence in a near-term resolution. UK equities proved more resilient, rebounding following the previous week’s sharp sell-off. US: Escalating conflict weighs on sentiment U.S. …

Weekly Market Update – 23rd March 2026: Markets Fall as Energy Prices Surge

by Rebecca FatharlyMarket & Economic Updates 24 March 20262 July 2026Comments are Disabled

Global equity markets sold off sharply last week as attacks on key energy infrastructure and fears of a prolonged conflict in the Middle East pushed energy prices higher. Central banks remain in a wait-and-see position, but markets have begun pricing in the possibility of further interest rate increases, particularly in the UK. US: Federal Reserve …