Equities

50.9% of the vote

Annual inflation rate of 10.7%

The US equity landscape is changing as key characteristics retreat from extremes

‘UK yields higher than most’

Italy inflation of 11.9%

Impact of restrictions

Warns of geo-economic fragmentation

2.6% annualised rate rise

Benchmark deposit rate rises to 1.5%

Investor attitudes towards ESG have radically evolved in recent years, with active ownership – the use of engagement and voting to influence companies – now overwhelmingly recognised as a force for good.