Geopolitical events in the Middle East added uncertainty in February, though market reaction stayed relatively muted. The focus remains the oil price, given its impact on inflation and global growth.
Japan and Korea were among the strongest performers, while US technology stocks struggled as investors reassessed valuations and AI‑related risks. In the UK, falling inflation and solid earnings helped lift markets ahead of Europe and the US.
Gold and US Treasuries strengthened into month‑end. Oil remains the key variable we continue to watch.
Read more from the Premier Miton’s Managed Portfolio Service Investment team in their monthly: Monthly news and views covering February
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