Weekly Market Update – 16 March 2026: Energy Prices and Geopolitical Risk Continue to Weigh on Markets

by Rebecca FatharlyMarket & Economic Updates 16 March 202616 March 2026Comments are Disabled

Global equity markets remained under pressure last week as the ongoing conflict in the Middle East continued to influence investor sentiment. Concerns about elevated energy prices and the potential inflationary impact have kept markets cautious. Japanese equities experienced the largest declines during the week, while Chinese markets held up comparatively better following stronger economic data. …

Weekly Market Update – 9th March 2026: Markets React to Escalating Middle East Conflict

by Rebecca FatharlyMarket & Economic Updates 9 March 20269 March 2026Comments are Disabled

Global markets experienced sharp swings this week following the attack in Iran, with energy prices surging and equities falling across most regions. Oil rose by around 20%, gas prices jumped roughly 60%, and both global equities and bonds declined. These types of market moves are common during major geopolitical events. They often reflect uncertainty rather …

March 2026 | Market update

by Rebecca FatharlyMarket & Economic Updates 5 March 20265 March 2026Comments are Disabled

Markets rise amid easing tariff fears Equities recovered after Trump’s tariffs were a lower rate than threatened Markets steady as tariff fears ease. Global market concerns surrounding tariffs eased when the Supreme Court ruled that the mechanism used in President Trump’s sweeping Liberation Day tariffs were unlawful. Trump subsequently announced new tariffs would come into …

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Spring Forward: A Fresh Financial Start This March

by Rebecca FatharlyFinancial Planning Tips & Insights 3 March 20262 July 2026Comments are Disabled

March is a month of transition. The days grow longer. The light shifts. There’s a subtle sense of momentum building. And in financial terms, it marks one of the most important periods of the year, the final stretch before the end of the tax year. Just as spring is associated with renewal, March is the …

Weekly Market Update – 2nd March 2026

by Rebecca FatharlyMarket & Economic Updates 2 March 20262 March 2026Comments are Disabled

The global economic backdrop was mixed last week, with shifting monetary policy expectations, geopolitical developments and tariff uncertainty. Despite varied market drivers, themes such as improving confidence in parts of Europe and Japan, firmer policy signals in the UK, and renewed risk appetite in China helped shape overall sentiment. The US was again the laggard, …

A Thoughtful February: Looking After Your Finances (and Your Future)

by Rebecca FatharlyFinancial Planning Tips & Insights 26 February 20262 July 2026Comments are Disabled

February is often associated with Valentine’s Day. A time when we are encouraged to think about care, commitment and long term intentions. While it is usually framed around relationships with others, it can also be a meaningful moment to reflect on your relationship with money. After the intensity of January, February offers something different. A …

Weekly Market Update – 23rd February 2026: Europe and UK Extend Outperformance

by Rebecca FatharlyMarket & Economic Updates 23 February 202623 February 2026Comments are Disabled

Global equities delivered a broadly positive week as supportive macroeconomic data helped underpin investor sentiment. UK and European markets extended their year-to-date outperformance versus the U.S., while Japan paused following an exceptionally strong start to 2026. US: Policymakers split on near-term interest rate cuts U.S. equities finished the shortened week higher, with markets rallying on …

Weekly Market Update – 16th February 2026: AI Disruption Concerns Persist as Japan Outperforms

by Rebecca FatharlyMarket & Economic Updates 16 February 202616 February 2026Comments are Disabled

AI disruption concerns once again dominated global markets, with U.S. equities lagging international peers. Japan was the standout performer, rallying strongly after the Liberal Democratic Party secured a supermajority in the recent election. US: Tech sector sell-off intensifies while jobs data surprises to the upside U.S. equities declined over the week as concerns about widespread …

Weekly Market Update – 9th February 2026: Rotation Continues as Tech Weakness Persists

by Rebecca FatharlyMarket & Economic Updates 10 February 202610 February 2026Comments are Disabled

Global equity markets delivered mixed returns last week as investors continued to rotate away from technology stocks. Concerns around AI’s disruptive impact weighed on sentiment in the tech sector, though markets in Europe, the UK, and Japan all advanced despite this weakness. US: Tech sector experiences worst week since November U.S. equity markets ended the …

A Fresh Start: Getting Your Finances on Track This New Year

by Rebecca FatharlyFinancial Planning Tips & Insights 6 February 20262 July 2026Comments are Disabled

The start of a new year often brings a sense of possibility. It’s a natural pause point, a chance to reflect on where you are now and where you’d like to be in the years ahead. While January can sometimes feel overwhelming, it can also be a powerful moment to reset your financial direction with …