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A view of sceptical optimism

An important but limited role

The US Federal Reserve’s decision to taper is a “non-event”, according to industry experts, who said the move came as no surprise to markets.

COP26 has meant new pledges and signatories

ETFs are striving for balance

Military intervention 'unlikely' in short term

Recognition of outstanding reporting

SDR roll-out

Two-thirds of global population may face water shortages by 2025

Default would wipe out $15trn in household wealth