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Highs and Trump

The strong upturn in the stock market continued in April, with a new high for global shares towards the end of the month. At the same time, Trump is now warning of increased tariffs for China.

Strong first quarter

March was another good month for the stock markets and was also the end of a strong quarter. The upturn is to a large extent ascribed to a turnaround by the US central bank.

An optimistic track

The February stock markets continued on the same optimistic track as in January. At the same time, global macro figures are continuing to weaken.

Strong start to 2019

January started in the best possible way, with a sharp upturn. The fear gripping the world's stock markets was gone – greatly aided by expectations of a pause in interest-rate hikes.

Lower growth

December saw a weak ending to a turbulent year. The expectations of less central bank stimulation and lower growth in 2019 make it easy to forget the drivers that could create an upturn.

Lofty Trump promises

After a period of escalation in the trade war between the USA and China, a truce was announced at the G20 meeting. Then Trump hit the Twitter button yet again.

Correction in the markets

The world's stock markets reached new heights at the end of September, but there was a negative mood swing once again in October.

Autumn hunting season is on

We have behind us a positive month for most stock exchanges. The significant oil price increase also provides opportunities for active managers in what can be called the autumn hunting season.

10 years since the financial crisis

August was a mixed month, with US shares at the forefront. As we approach the 10th anniversary of the start of the financial crisis, it is likely that the US remains at the center of attention.

Strong summer stock exchanges

Following a rather weak end to the first half-year, July can be summed up as a strong stock-exchange month. Good company results and China's monetary policy contributed to the upturn.