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Find out how Hungary’s historic election ending Viktor Orbán’s 16-year rule could reset EU and Russia ties, realign policy and reshape market expectations.

It's a multipolar world out there now, with national security taking precedence over economic efficiency.

Global markets have staged a relief rally following this week’s ceasefire between the United States and Iran, although attention will soon shift to whether the calm will hold.

Global markets reel as Iran conflict, energy price shocks and AI disruption reshape inflation, central bank policy and equity performance in Q1 2026.

Markets have been jolted by the Iran conflict, but could Trump’s more conciliatory tone mark a turning point? Learn how shifting rhetoric, bond yields and energy prices are shaping investor sentiment.

Energy price increases have renewed inflation pressures, but how will they shape interest rates? Learn more about the Fed, BoE and ECB are responding.

Discover how Middle East tensions, the Strait of Hormuz blockade and diversified energy supply chains impact markets and investor resilience.

With tensions in the region once again in focus, investors are asking whether today’s environment risks triggering 1970s-style inflation, or whether the parallels are more superficial than structural.

As we approach the end of the 2025/26 tax year on 5 April 2026, now is a good time to review your finances and make sure you are making full use of the tax allowances and reliefs available to you.

We explore the potential for tariff refunds, implications for the US budget deficit and what this means for longer‑term market visibility.