Despite US policy uncertainty in the first half of 2025, markets remained remarkably resilient. This could change in the second half of the year.
The 15% tariff on Japanese goods was better than feared.
US inflation shows signs of reacceleration.
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Tariff increases and jobs data raise new questions for the US economy.
Technological, demographic, and geopolitical shifts create disruption and uncertainty, but they also present prime opportunities for long-term investors.
Oil prices suggest a return to the pre-strike status quo, but I believe the region remains far from a lasting peace.
Major central banks held policy constant with few meaningful changes in messaging.
The impact of US tariffs is not yet reflected in inflation and trade data.
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