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Something’s got to give
Something’s got to give

Investors are searching for relief as rising oil prices, sticky inflation and mounting debt keep global bond yields under pressure. Attention now turns to US …

September 4, 2026

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Drill, baby, drill!
Drill, baby, drill!

Oil remains the key driver across global markets. Crude prices eased as the US unveiled plans to double Venezuelan production, with Chevron committing $7bn to …

September 3, 2026

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China vs. Everybody
China vs. Everybody

Rising oil prices are fueling global inflation fears and pushing bond yields sharply higher. Meanwhile, global trade tensions are deepening. China found itself increasingly isolated …

September 2, 2026

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Euro area inflation returns past 3%!
Euro area inflation returns past 3%!

September starts on a bearish note as rising oil prices revive inflation concerns, push global yields higher and pressure equity valuations. Strong Q2 earnings remain …

September 1, 2026

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Fed hawks are back
Fed hawks are back

Markets kick off the week under pressure as renewed Middle East tensions push oil prices higher and Fed hawks return following Kevin Warsh’s Jackson Hole …

August 31, 2026

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Walking the fine line
Walking the fine line

Jackson Hole is centre stage, and Kevin Warsh is walking a very fine line. Sticky inflation and renewed energy price pressures are fuelling hawkish expectations …

August 28, 2026

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