Markets review – October 2026

Markets review – October 2026

FINANCIAL MARKET REVIEW: The performance of the S&P 500 sectors (-0.9%) in October was essentially the opposite of what was seen in September. The technology (-6.8%) and communications (-15.1%) sectors ended the month deep in negative territory. All other sectors...
Markets review – October 2026

Markets review – September 2026

FINANCIAL MARKET REVIEW: Despite sharp interest rate hikes, the S&P 500 index limited the damage with a performance of -0.3% in September. However, beneath the surface, 9 of the 11 sectors posted negative returns. Only Technology (+4.5%) and Communication Services...
Markets review – October 2026

Markets review – August 2026

FINANCIAL MARKET REVIEW: The strong surge in commodities has been the story of the summer so far. Oil rose more than 30%, while gold rose 10%. As for copper, its progression exceeded 7% in July and August. These marked increases put pressure on short-term inflation...

Markets review – June 2026

FINANCIAL MARKET REVIEW: June was a highly volatile month for financial markets worldwide. The new Fed chairman appeared decidedly more restrictive than the Powell administration. The US market edged down slightly by 1% during the month. High-momentum stocks, on the...

Markets review – May 2026

FINANCIAL MARKET REVIEW: Another strong month for the financial markets. While negotiations to end the war in the Middle East progressed and oil prices fell, global stock markets continued their strong momentum in May. The US market rose 5.3% during the month....