Last year, we concluded it was probable markets would have a last hurrah and that maybe even Asian equities would catch a bid.
Global equities have delivered ample volatility, but very little return for investors so far this year.
Moscow's relation with Beijing in focus
Last Friday saw a number of China's A-shares included in MSCI's global and regional indices for the first time, writes Martin Gilbert, co-chief executive of Aberdeen Standard Investments.
Opportunities in developing Asia
Added to indices last week
'One Belt, One Road'
Broke through 7,800 points