Sarah Breeden has warned that investors should be prepared for a potential correction in global equity markets, citing elevated valuations and mounting risks.
Markets see Bank of England more likely to raise rates
The Bank of England is increasingly likely to raise interest rates this year rather than hold them steady, according to economists at Pantheon Macroeconomics.
BP and Shell Gain £5bn Windfall Amid Middle East Tensions
The geopolitical tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz have created a significant financial opportunity for two of Britain’s largest energy companies. Shell and BP are positioned to capture an additional
Oil price spike fuels bets on rising interest rates
The Bank of England may be forced to raise interest rates later this year as surging oil prices raise fears of a renewed inflation shock.
Traders have increased bets on a Bank of England interest rate cut in March
Traders have increased bets on a Bank of England interest rate cut in March after UK inflation fell to its lowest level in 10 months.
Rate cut in March firmly on the table, Barclays says
Barclays said there is a “strong case” for the Bank of England to cut interest rates next month following further signs of economic weakness.
BoE keeps rates on hold at 3.75% after narrow 5–4 decision
Oh wow indeed — that is a really close call from the Bank of England.
World edges closer to full-blown trade war
Despite markets largely shrugging off renewed tariff threats from Donald Trump, the risk of a global trade war appears to be rising, according to AJ Bell.
Trump’s Greenland gamble sparks US stock sell-off
US equities moved lower after Donald Trump said there was “no going back” on his intention to take control of Greenland.
Trump tariffs spark opening bell sell-off on Wall Street
Wall Street suffered a sharp sell-off at the opening bell as traders returned to their desks for the first time since Donald Trump escalated tariff threats linked to Greenland.
January rebalancing clouds outlook for gold and silver
Gold and silver prices could face renewed pressure later this month as large institutional investors rebalance commodity indices, highlighting how technical flows can rival fundamentals in driving short-term price moves,
Gold tipped to reach $5,100 in 2026 as investors seek hedges and diversification
Gold prices could climb above $5,100 an ounce in 2026, according to analysts at RBC Capital Markets, who argue the metal’s role as a hedge and portfolio diversifier was further