Uncertain trajectory of policy
Impact of Covid-19 on bonds and beyond
Coronavirus concerns
Now a well-chronicled global incident, on 9 March 2009 the S&P 500 index suffered the worst decline in value since the Great Depression.
Trade, inflation, slow growth and yield curve to blame
In 2018, emerging markets experienced a risk-off period, taking a hit from a combination of rising US interest rates, dollar appreciation and major political tensions pitting the US against China, Russia and Turkey.
Weaker dollar and lower oil price could help investors