The war in Ukraine has had a marked impact on the global economy, redrawing national and international priorities. Investors need agility to cope with increased fragmentation and a faster green transition.

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Understanding the outcome of the 2022 US mid-term election and its policy, economic, and financial fallout

The energy and inflation crises have uncovered cracks in the long-standing global foreign exchange regime. A new approach to currency management is required to face the immediate challenges, and the rise of an alternative regime.

Dollar strength is causing strains, even in developed countries like Japan and Britain. Countries will have to intervene to fix misalignments in currency markets.

Understand recent market reaction to the UK budget proposal that had significant market impact on the Sterling and look into what are the implications on global currencies.

Election outcome and political scenario: The centre-right coalition won Italy’s general election on 25 September, with approximately 44% of votes.

With the economic situation having deteriorated considerably since the beginning of the year, it is vital for the Conservative Party to agree on a new leader quickly.

The fragmentation of votes into irreconcilable political blocs with no absolute majority creates a political situation unprecedented under the Fifth Republic.

The incumbent president’s re-election avoids an unpredictable political phase for France.