World Markets Themes for the Week Ahead
Key players in the financial markets are expected to be influenced by economic indicators and central bank decisions, with a focus on inflation rates and interest rate hikes, potentially leading to volatility in currency markets. Investors are also watching corporate earnings reports from major companies, as well as updates on government policy and regulatory changes. The ongoing conflict in Ukraine is also having an impact on global energy prices.
- The interconnectedness of the world's economies may be more fragile than previously thought, with events in one region potentially triggering instability elsewhere.
- How will emerging market economies fare in a scenario where interest rates are rising globally?