Articles about “Current markets”
Signs of easing in the Persian Gulf
The US, Israel, and Iran have agreed to a two-week ceasefire. The markets have reacted positively, but does this mean lasting peace? Chief Economist Gerhard Winzer analyzes this in his weekly market commentary.
Weekly Winzer: Hope for negotiations
The situation in the Iran war has come to a head in recent days. While the real objectives of the USA and Israel remain largely unclear, the question arises as to how realistic negotiations in the near future are. Read more in today’s market commentary by Chief Economist Gerhard Winzer.
Weekly Winzer: Cash is king
The events in the Middle East continue to have the markets in their grip: both equities and bonds suffered further losses. The price of gold is also falling in anticipation of rising interest rates. The duration of the fighting and the impact on the energy infrastructure in the region remain crucial.
Weekly Winzer: Escalation in Middle East
After the weekend, energy prices continued to rise significantly amid the Iran war. How risky is the conflict for the global economy and how do we act in portfolio positioning? Chief economist Gerhard Winzer assesses the market situation at the start of the week.