A repository of over 420 analytical market articles published weekly and monthly by our City of London investment practice.
Bonds & Yields
This week was the first time this summer that we observed the seasonal lack of trading liquidity becoming an issue in markets. Examining sovereign gilt yield spikes, liquidity conditions, and institutional duration balancing.
Technology & AI
Capital markets had another decent week, led by US tech stocks and propelled by AI-related corporate earnings reports. We assess how long earnings expansion can outrun valuation multiples.
Geopolitics & Trade
Iran and Oman agree a new shipping transit route through the Strait of Hormuz, providing immediate relief to crude oil futures and stabilising global transport corridors.
Portfolio Theory
Marked volatility in bonds and major tech stocks highlights the timeless value of multi-asset diversification: capturing upside while buffering against concentrated drawdowns.
Bonds & Yields
Equity and bond markets came under pressure as Brent crude crossed back above $100 per barrel. Yields on benchmark 10-year gilts and US Treasuries repriced for sticky inflation.
Technology & AI
The summer lull arrives early as semiconductor leaders pull back from peak multiples. We evaluate whether this rotation represents a secular plateau or healthy healthy consolidation.
Geopolitics & Trade
Middle Eastern friction re-emerges, yet equity markets demonstrate striking resilience. We explore why modern capital markets absorb headline shocks faster than in previous cycles.
Central Banks
Deciphering Federal Reserve and Bank of England forward guidance, dissecting Quantitative Tightening schedules, and interpreting terminal rate projections across global economies.
Portfolio Theory
Why strong equity returns trigger mechanical rebalancing outflows into government debt by sovereign wealth funds and pension managers as quarter-end closes approach.
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