UK equities had a positive start to 2019. While this can be partly viewed as a rebound after 2018's difficult final quarter, what is likely to have been most significant is an extraordinary U-turn by the US Federal Reserve.
More thought and selectivity required from investors
Started in October 2017
Challenging times as QE era comes to an end
Shares in main markets 'remain good value'
What made the headlines in the sector over the past 12 months?
Concerns raised over Fed tightening and US market slump