by Bill Marshall | 3 Aug 2022 | Investments
The ongoing war in Ukraine, rising interest rates and soaring inflation could be pushing some economies towards recession in the coming months. This uncertainty has caused real volatility in global stock markets. Indeed, 2022 was the worst first half of the year for...
by Bill Marshall | 25 May 2022 | Investments
Over the last few months, you can’t have missed the tough economic headlines. You’ve also likely seen the impact of the global economy on your own finances. Whether it’s the rise in the energy price cap and the rate of National Insurance contributions (NICs), the...
by Bill Marshall | 11 May 2022 | Investments
The conflict in Ukraine is continuing to affect markets and economies around the world. According to a report from the Kiel Institute of the World Economy, the war led to global trade falling 2.8% between February and March. The effect has led to the International...
by Bill Marshall | 28 Feb 2022 | Investments
Since the start of 2022, you’ve probably noticed that global markets – and perhaps the value of your pension or investments – have been a little uncertain. Over the last week or two, the ongoing situation in Ukraine has exacerbated this volatility. It’s natural to...
by Bill Marshall | 8 Feb 2022 | Investments
While many countries have now eased Covid-19 restrictions, the knock-on effects of lockdown continue to affect economies, businesses, and households. According to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), inflation in the 38 richest countries...
by Bill Marshall | 22 Nov 2021 | Investments
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that the world economy remains “hobbled” by Covid-19 and revised its global growth forecast for this year downwards. The organisation now expects the world economy to grow by 5.9% in 2021. The IMF also noted that the...
