The U.S. economy continues to outperform expectations, with GDP revised higher and consumer spending proving resilient. Yet questions remain: can this pace be sustained amid sticky inflation, labor market signals, and looming political risks? Investors must stay diversified and disciplined as opportunities emerge from potential volatility.

The looming U.S. government shutdown on 1 October poses both political and market risks. While previous shutdowns have had limited direct economic impact, this time could be different. The suspension of key economic data, reduced regulatory oversight, and a freeze in IPO activity all inject uncertainty into financial markets. For investors, the real challenge lies less in short-term growth effects and more in navigating heightened volatility and sentiment risks as the Federal

Neobanks have surged from niche challengers to mainstream financial powerhouses. Revolut’s $75 billion valuation, alongside Nubank, WeBank, and others, shows how digital banking rewrote the rules—but profitability and regulation are forcing a shift from disruption to disciplined growth.

Investor sentiment is surging. Bank of America’s latest Global Fund Manager Survey shows equity allocations at a 7-month high, optimism on growth, and steady cash levels. Yet a record 58% of managers now call global equities overvalued, highlighting the tension between rising risk appetite and stretched valuations.

Markets had their eyes firmly on last week’s U.S. inflation report for clues ahead of the Federal Reserve’s September meeting. While headline CPI ticked higher to 2.9% in August, much of the increase came from energy prices, with core inflation holding steady at 3.1%. At the same time, producer price inflation cooled sharply, suggesting that businesses are absorbing tariff-related costs rather than passing them on to consumers. But the real story lies in the labour market.

Chocolate and watches, symbols of Swiss precision and luxury, are now caught in the crossfire of Washington’s tariffs. With levies jumping to 39%, Switzerland faces new headwinds in trade and growth, even as exemptions in key sectors soften the blow. What lies ahead for markets, investors, and Swiss resilience?

For the first time since 2021, the number of unemployed Americans now exceeds the total number of job openings — a clear signal that the labour market is losing steam.

Gold’s rally isn’t just about the metal rising. It’s the dollar quietly withering away. For decades, the Dollar/Gold ratio has shown a steady erosion of the dollar’s purchasing power. Today, that decline is accelerating as fiscal deficits, debt, and central bank diversification reshape the global financial system. Gold isn’t just gaining. The dollar is losing.

August proved supportive for investors, with global equities and bonds posting solid gains. Earnings surprised on the upside, though political uncertainty in the US, France, and the UK weighed on sentiment. Japan and China stood out with stronger growth and supportive policy moves, while gold extended its rally as investors sought diversification.

Global bond markets are flashing red. Despite rate cuts, yields are surging to multi-decade highs as governments drown in debt. The UK’s fiscal squeeze may be the canary in the coal mine, with risks of stagflation, soaring deficits, and rising default fears spreading worldwide. What does this mean for investors, and how can portfolios adapt?

Nvidia’s Q2 2025 earnings highlight another record-breaking quarter with $46.7B in revenue, EPS above expectations, and strong gaming performance. But even a minor slip in data center sales shows the market’s high bar for perfection.

On 2 July 2025, the EU launched its Quantum Europe Strategy, backed by €11B in funding and a forthcoming Quantum Act. The plan aims to turn Europe’s research strength into commercial leadership, building infrastructure, supporting start-ups, and securing quantum technologies for industry and defence. With global markets forecast at $170B by 2040, the next decade will decide whether Europe leads—or risks dependence on the US and China.

For decades, investors believed in the ‘small-cap premium.’ But the last decade flipped the script: U.S. small-caps have trailed large peers, weighed down by weaker profitability, sector imbalances, and rising debt costs. Yet, with valuations deeply discounted, even for quality firms, the stage may be set for a comeback. Are small caps undervalued, or has the premium faded for good?

Swiss GDP slowed to 0.1% in Q2 2025 as US tariffs hit exports, but services and structural strengths kept growth resilient. Outlook hinges on trade talks and sector resilience.

Tariffs at record highs, inflation losing momentum, and the Fed poised to cut. Three forces colliding to reshape markets. Are investors ready?

Risk appetite is surging. Cash levels hit a decade low, equities overweight, and optimism abounds. But beneath the rally lie fragilities: overvaluation, crowded trades & policy risk.

India faces rising tariffs and oil risks, with $87B in exports under pressure and growth concerns mounting. Yet structural strengths remain compelling. Trade talks are set to resume, U.S. exposure is limited, and earnings forecasts are strong. Domestic flows continue to build resilience. At Intrasia Wealth, we see short-term volatility as a long-term opportunity, powered by consumption, reform, and retail participation.

China shifts from West to Global South. Trade flows reveal strategy, not just commerce, reshaping tomorrow’s investment landscape.

Tesla has launched its robotaxi service in Austin but others may be leading the race. Waymo operates at scale, China is rapidly deploying, and Uber is building through partnerships. With safety concerns and regulatory hurdles ahead, success will depend on execution, trust, and scalability, not just bold promises.