Omnis Market Update

Investors welcome the positive economic data coming out of many economies globally, but this also continues to raise their concerns about inflation and the actions that the central bank may take and when they might do so. Markets ended the week reasonably flat,...

Omnis Market Update

Investor sentiment was very weak, following a surprise increase in the US inflation figures for April 2021. Worries that a pick up in inflation would lead to higher interest rates weighed on markets across the world. Chinese stocks however, rose during the week. US:...

Omnis Market Update

It was generally a positive week for stock markets globally, despite a weaker start. Inflation prospects seemed to weigh heavily on investor sentiment during the week as Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen commented on rising interest rates. Economic data highlights the...

Omnis Market Update

It was a very mixed week for stock markets globally, with lots of ups and downs during the week. The UK and the US are beginning to show signs of economic expansion, whilst data suggests Europe has entered a recession. US: Strong GDP growth in the first three months...

Omnis Market Update

It was largely a poor week for stock markets globally, with surges in Covid-19 cases overshadowing positive economic news during the week. China was one of the few markets to post positive returns following several weeks of more challenging performance. US:...

Omnis Market Update

A generally positive week for stock markets globally, except for Asia, driven by positive investor sentiment. Investors continue to keep a watchful eye on inflation. In the UK, a weaker pound drives markets higher and England enter the second phase of its roadmap to...