Global share markets rose in October on strong earnings, Fed easing hopes, and AI optimism. Japan and emerging markets outperformed, while Australian shares lagged on higher inflation and delayed rate cuts. Copper and gold gained, oil fell, and the AUD weakened slightly amid mixed inflation and interest rate signals.

Global markets rose in September, led by US gains from strong earnings, a Fed rate cut, and AI optimism. Australia lagged on sticky inflation. Emerging markets outperformed, gold hit record highs, oil fell, and the AUD strengthened as the USD weakened.

Global share markets rose in August, lifted by strong US earnings and expectations of Fed rate cuts. Australian shares hit record highs, while emerging markets were mixed, with Brazil and China stronger but India lagging. Bonds reflected uncertainty over rates and US fiscal credibility. Commodities varied, with oil down, gold higher, and metals advancing. The Australian dollar strengthened against the US dollar but weakened against other currencies.

Global share markets continued to advance in July, led by a resurgence in US mega-cap stocks and strong earnings results. US and Australian central banks held interest rates steady, but expectations for cuts by year-end strengthened. Australian Shares performed strongly, supported by improving domestic data and interest rate cut optimism.

Global share markets surged in June, ending the quarter on a high despite brief geopolitical tensions between Israel and Iran. The US passed new tax legislation and the Federal Reserve signalled a more dovish approach, while falling inflation is expected to prompt similar action from the RBA.

Global share markets rallied in May, led by the US posting its strongest monthly gain since 2023.

Global markets were highly volatile in April, driven by US trade policy, while European equities outperformed.

Global share markets experienced a downturn in March, driven by escalating US trade policy concerns and heightened recession risks. 

Global markets were mixed in February, with European stocks outperforming while US shares lagged on weak tech performance.

Global markets started 2025 strong, led by Europe, despite geopolitical challenges. Investor sentiment was shaped by economic data, Trump’s inauguration, tariff policies, and a tech sell-off over AI spending.