Global Market Commentary: December 2024
Global financial markets end December 2024 on a subdued note Global financial markets ended December 2024 on a subdued note affected by monetary policy changes. While the MSCI World Index…
Global financial markets end December 2024 on a subdued note Global financial markets ended December 2024 on a subdued note affected by monetary policy changes. While the MSCI World Index…
In November, the Chinese equity market showed significant volatility, with a pattern of early gains followed by a pullback. Small-cap stocks continued to outperform large-cap stocks. The MSCI China, MSCI China A Onshore and MSCI China All Share Indices declined by 4.5%, 1.5%, and 3.3%, respectively. Although the market was down overall, there were some positive sectors including banks, other financials and telecommunications.
Global Markets: Political Shifts, Trade Uncertainty, and Mixed Economic Signals November marked a decisive victory for Donald Trump in the presidential election, with Republicans securing control of the Senate and…
Economic Optimism Amid Market Challenges in South Africa In November 2024, South Africa's equity market faced challenges, with the FTSE/JSE All Share Index and the FTSE/JSE Capped SWIX Index both…
In October, the Chinese equity market saw mixed performance across indices, with small-cap stocks continuing to outperform large-cap stocks. Major indices, which are primarily dominated by large-cap stocks, all experienced corrections. Market sentiment fluctuated between optimism and caution, as onshore "hot money" flowed into the market, while some institutional investors remained on the sidelines, waiting for further policy clarity.
South Africa's inflation eases but fiscal concerns rise South Africa’s financial markets started Q4 on a subdued note, with the FTSE/JSE SWIX Index down by 0.9% and the FTSE/JSE All…
Economic shifts amid election uncertainty As the US presidential election drew nearer, market caution increased, reflecting in a -2.0% decline in the MSCI World Index and a -2.2% decrease in…
South Africa's Outlook Strengthens in September In September, the Capped SWIX and All Share indices both gained 4.0%, while the ALBI rose by 3.9%. The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) trimmed…
Global Markets Rally in September In September, global bond and equity markets experienced strong gains, driven by rate cuts from major central banks, including the Fed, ECB, and BoE. The…
In September 2024 the Chinese equity markets experienced a substantial rebound. Driven by favourable policy measures, market sentiment was notably boosted. Among sectors, real estate, internet, and financials were the top performers, rising by 25.1%, 22.1% and 15.6%, respectively. The real estate sector led the gains, largely benefiting from various government measures aimed at stabilising the property market.