Global markets turned volatile in the last week as Middle East tensions pushed oil sharply higher, raising inflation risks and weighing on equities.
Global markets turned volatile in the week of 12 October 2025 as AI concerns hit US equities, while Europe, Japan and SA showed resilience.
US GDP slows to 1.4%, inflation edges higher and global markets react to renewed trade tensions and policy uncertainty.
U.S. consumer confidence slumps as inflation pressures re-emerge,
December 2025 market review: South African equities surged as
U.S. consumer confidence slumps as inflation pressures re-emerge,