There have been mixed signals around whether the economy is in a phase of expansion or contraction.

UBS Chief Economist Paul Donavon’s take on inflation

The stock market’s ups and downs are unpredictable, but history supports an expectation of positive returns over the long term.

Economic damage from the conflict in Ukraine will contribute to a significant slowdown in global growth in 2022.

Dubai emerges as a safe haven for wealthy Russians impacted by economic sanctions.

The war in Ukraine has provoked the most debate about reserve currency status since the global financial crisis, if not the creation of the euro. Is there a risk to the dollar’s status? Does it matter?

Our selection of the month’s most notable global events

During the quarter we’ve seen how commodity price rises, inflation and interest rate expectations affect capital markets.

While investing in the stock market is typically a sensible choice for investors seeking long-term growth, sharp drops can still be hard to stomach - what to bear in mind if the market tumbles.

Our selection of the month’s most notable global events

A turning point has been reached with markets falling as the era of free money comes to an end. Tighter money means greater financial volatility.

A reminder of economic fundamentals may be useful when considering financial markets. 2022 is a year of reaction to 2021. This year is about normalisation.

Our selection of the quarter’s most notable global events

In 2021, the prices of goods and services rose more than they did in any year since 2008, leading to concerns about the potential impact on consumer spending, interest rates, and corporate margins.

Global equities continued to rally in 2021, with the S&P 500 hitting a series of all-time closing highs and ending the year near a record.