Please see below an article published by Brewin Dolphin yesterday (01/02/2022) detailing their current views on markets:
As you can see from the above, volatility is rife in markets at moment, with a number of factors contributing to this volatility. Hopefully the Russia – Ukraine debacle will reach a peaceful resolution. Interest rates are likely to increase in both the US and UK over the next 12 months, this could dampen consumer confidence.
All in all, volatility is not necessarily a bad thing and could present buying opportunities. Investors need to remain invested and focus on their long-term objectives, given time markets will recover.
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Please keep safe and healthy.
Carl Mitchell – Dip PFS
Independent Financial Adviser
02/02/2022