The pace of change in the world order has accelerated notably in 2025. The era of globalization is being fast replaced by nationalism, protectionism and a shift towards regional trading blocks.
The British pound was the strongest major currency last week, while the Canadian dollar was the weakest. Volatility decreased again over this period, as only one of the most important Forex currency pairs and crosses changed in value by more than 1%.
The technology solutions industry is still recovering from significant headwinds stemming from a challenging macroeconomic climate. However, these stocks in the space are worth keeping an eye on despite the unfavorable environment.
Global leading indicators were hanging on for dear life in April, strained by the shock of President Trump’s tariff measures. A rebound from recent levels that could keep the cyclical upturn alive is not without precedent, but it is rare.
