by Prem Raja | Oct 26, 2025 | EU, FX, GBP, USD
We’re heading into a huge week for global markets — one that combines major central bank decisions with a crucial geopolitical meeting between President Trump and President Xi. With both the Federal Reserve and the Bank of Canada expected to cut interest rates, and...
by Prem Raja | Oct 19, 2025 | EU, EUR, FX, GBP, USD
After another volatile week in the markets, we ended on a slightly calmer note — at least on the surface. President Trump brokered a temporary ceasefire in the Middle East, easing geopolitical tensions and helping risk sentiment recover. However, trade tensions...
by Prem Raja | Oct 12, 2025 | EU, EUR, FX, GBP, GDP, USD
Markets were shaken late on Friday after President Trump announced plans to impose 100% tariffs on Chinese imports, reigniting fears of a global trade war. The move sent shockwaves across asset classes – stocks, currencies, and even cryptocurrencies tumbled,...
by Prem Raja | Oct 5, 2025 | EUR, FX, GBP
Last week was relatively volatile across the markets, largely driven by ongoing uncertainty in Washington as the U.S. Government shutdown enters its second week. So far, there’s still no clear path toward resolution, with both political parties locked in a funding...
by Prem Raja | Sep 28, 2025 | EU, EUR, GBP, USD
As we close out September and step into October, markets are preparing for another month filled with volatility. Interest rate cuts remain firmly on the agenda, economic data is stacked throughout the calendar, and the possibility of a U.S. government shutdown could...
by Prem Raja | Sep 21, 2025 | EUR, FX, GBP, GDP, USD
After a turbulent week packed with central bank decisions, the days ahead look relatively calmer, but by no means without interest. The Federal Reserve delivered a 25bps cut as expected, while also signalling up to 50bps more easing before year-end. Markets...
by Prem Raja | Sep 14, 2025 | EU, EUR, FX, GBP, USD
Last week was another volatile one for global markets, and much of the spotlight fell on Europe. France entered a fresh wave of political and economic turmoil after Prime Minister François Bayrou was ousted in a confidence vote on 8 September. His plans to deliver €44...
by Prem Raja | Aug 31, 2025 | EU, EUR, GBP, GDP, USD
After a relatively quiet end to August, markets look set to accelerate once again as we move into September. The traditional summer slowdown is firmly behind us, and with a full slate of data releases, central bank meetings, and political developments, this month is...
by Prem Raja | Aug 24, 2025 | EU, EUR, FX, GBP, GDP, USD
On Friday, Fed Chair Jerome Powell set the stage for what could be a pivotal month ahead. Speaking at the annual Jackson Hole symposium, Powell confirmed a significant shift in the Federal Reserve’s policy focus: rather than solely targeting 2% inflation, the Fed will...
by Prem Raja | Aug 17, 2025 | EU, EUR, FX, GBP, GDP, USD
Last week brought plenty of volatility across the markets. The most notable moves were Dollar weakness and Sterling strength, driven by an upside surprise in UK GDP figures, which came in at 0.3% versus expectations of just 0.1%. Over the weekend, however, UK fiscal...
