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Weekly Market Update – 17th March 2025: Markets React to Trade Policies and Economic Indicators

08/02/2025

This week’s market update examines the performance of major stock indices amid ongoing trade policy uncertainties and key economic data releases.

Weekly Market Update - 10th March 2025: Markets Weaken Amid Tariff Uncertainty

22/04/2025

Last week, global markets continued to falter amid persistent US tariff uncertainty and shifting trade policies. US stocks declined as mixed economic data emerged, while ECB rate cuts and positive Chinese growth targets offered a contrasting outlook.

March 2025 Market Update: European Stocks Outshine Wall Street

28/04/2025

Global markets diverged in March 2025 as trade tensions weighed on Wall Street, while robust corporate earnings and rate cut optimism propelled European stocks to record highs.

Weekly Market Update - 3rd March 2025: Global Markets Struggle amid Tariff Tensions

31/03/2025

Global markets weakened last week as persistent US tariff threats and regulatory uncertainties weighed on investor sentiment. US stocks fell amid concerns over the tech rally, while Japan and China experienced significant declines.

Weekly Market Update - 24th February 2025: Mixed Global Trends

24/02/2025

Last week saw a mixed performance across global markets. US stocks ended lower amid tariff and earnings concerns, UK markets faced pressure from rising inflation, while Chinese tech shares rallied on strong earnings.

Breaking Free from Golden Handcuffs: A Guide for Employees with Employer Shares

26/03/2025

If a large portion of your wealth is tied up in employer shares, you may be facing the golden handcuff dilemma—financial incentives that reward loyalty but limit flexibility. Learn how to manage risk, diversify your portfolio, and develop a tax-efficient strategy with the help of a financial adviser. Take control of your financial future today.

Weekly Market Update - 17th February 2025: Tariff Reconsideration and UK Growth

17/03/2025

Last week, markets were driven by Trump's tariff reconsideration, prompting a 1.5% rise in US stocks and a 3.3% rally in Europe. The UK surprised with Q4 GDP growth and cautious BoE policy comments.