by Dean Raats | Mar 12, 2025 | Investments Insights
US share markets fell sharply overnight, extending the volatility that began in late February amid growing concerns that tariff policy uncertainty could push the economy into recession ― something President Trump did not rule out in a recent interview. Read the update...
by Dean Raats | Mar 12, 2025 | Investments Insights
The highlights: Market volatility surged in February as the approaching end of Trump’s tariff pause on Chinese, Canadian, and Mexican imports unsettled investors. The VIX index hit its highest level this year, driving demand for protection. International shares dipped...
by Dean Raats | Feb 10, 2025 | Investments Insights
The highlights: Seeking to boost US manufacturing and pressure neighbouring countries on border security, President Trump announced new tariffs on imports from China, Canada, and Mexico. Initial investor concerns over inflation and trade retaliation eased after Trump...
by Dean Raats | Feb 5, 2025 | Investments Insights
US tariffs add uncertainty, threatening to disrupt global trade, fuel inflation, and push the US Federal Reserve (Fed) to rethink its stance on interest rates — potentially creating volatility for markets. Read the update here: Market Event Update – Trump...
by Dean Raats | Jan 31, 2025 | Investments Insights
With the expertise of our Asset Consultants, Evidentia Group, Boutique Advisers Private Wealth Investment Committee bring you the most recent quarterly market update. View the video here: Quarterly Market Update Video – December 2024
by Dean Raats | Jan 17, 2025 | Investments Insights
The highlights: The US Federal Reserve (Fed) delivered another 0.25% interest rate cut in December but surprised markets by reducing the number of expected rate cuts in 2025. International shares closed out a stellar year with a more mixed month in December. A weaker...
