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A better than expected pickup in global trade dynamics and elevated confidence levels lifted world markets higher over the first half of 2017.

L'Agefi - Reduced political risk in Europe and the US Federal Reserve's relative openness about its intentions have clarified the outlook for the bond markets.

The rising risk of global trade, capital and labour protectionism is an important investment topic.

L'Agefi - Small- and mid-cap stocks are being buoyed by solid fundamentals and the improving economic environment, and remain attractive as components of a long-term investment strategy.

Le Temps  - Belgium has recently extended the scope of its tax on stock exchange transactions (known as the "TOB") to foreign transactions. This represents a new challenge for the Swiss finance industry, and an opportunity for Swiss banks to take a fresh look at how they need to adjust the service they provide to foreign clients.

Banker Middle East - Michaël Lok, Co-CEO Asset Management at Union Bancaire Privée comprehensively discusses the bank’s investment strategies in manoeuvring through challenging times.

Asian Stocks Extend Gains as Geopolitical Concerns Do Not Lead to “Sell in May” Correction.

Asian Stocks Extend Gains as Geopolitical Concerns Do Not Lead to “Sell in May” Correction.

Le Temps - For a bank to achieve penetration in a market other than its domestic market, it needs to develop financial products and services that suit specific local features.

The disappointing outcome for UK Prime Minister Theresa May’s Conservative Party suggests a fragile political backdrop as the British government enters negotiations about its exit from the European Union.

In an interview with APB Mandates, Brice Thionnet said that UBP's Asian clients have participated in every direct investments deal brought by the Swiss pure play since the completion of its acquisition of Coutts International.

The beginning of a trend

Opportunities through selected regional exposure

The end of 2016 represented a period of transition for global markets and it seems that we are currently in a new paradigm, particularly in the U.S.

Global equities hit a historic high in April on the back of strong US technology earnings, resilient Chinese economic data and evidence of a cyclical recovery in the Euro area.

Country risk allocation in emerging markets investment strategies is a vital component, yet still largely underrepresented.