Fourth Quarter 2018 Newsletter
Global equity markets retreated during the fourth quarter with considerable volatility in December as concerns over tighter financial conditions in the United States weighed on investor sentiment.
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Third Quarter 2018 Newsletter
Global equity markets delivered positive performance for the quarter, primarily driven by robust U.S. market results.
Second Quarter 2018 Newsletter
Global equity markets delivered positive performance for the quarter and year to date, driven by stronger U.S. market results.
First Quarter 2018 Newsletter
Following a sustained period of muted volatility, global equity markets reversed course in the first quarter with jarring and precipitous market movements.
Fourth Quarter 2017 Newsletter
Global equity markets advanced to new highs in 2017, as synchronized global growth accelerated and monetary policy remained accommodating in a low inflationary environment.
Third Quarter 2017 Newsletter
Healthy corporate earnings and lower unemployment levels supported higher global equity markets in the third quarter.
Second Quarter 2017 Newsletter
Global equity markets extended their positive performance in the second quarter. International equity markets continued to outpace U.S. markets.