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Weekly Market Commentary – 8 May 2026

8 May 2026

This week brought signs that negotiations between the US and Iran seem to be making real progress. Markets are taking the latest developments seriously as indirect talks have continued despite provocations that would have allowed either side to walk away if they wanted to. The most obvious effect was seen in oil markets as the price of crude oil fell…

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Weekly Market Commentary – 8 May 2026
Markets look towards rate cuts as central banks try to tamp down expectations

Markets look towards rate cuts as central banks try to tamp down expectations

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Central banks choose to wait and see as high interest rates take hold

Central banks choose to wait and see as high interest rates take hold

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More volatility for bonds as consumer demand drives surprisingly strong US growth

More volatility for bonds as consumer demand drives surprisingly strong US growth

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Government bonds under pressure again as inflation refuses to budge

Government bonds under pressure again as inflation refuses to budge

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