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How markets performed last quarter.

How did the markets perform last quarter?

Global financial markets experienced heightened volatility in the second quarter, largely driven by trade policy developments in the US. Equity markets began the quarter under pressure following President Donald Trump’s surprise “Liberation Day” tariff announcement. However, sentiment improved as the administration softened its stance, allowing markets to recover and, in some cases, reach record highs.

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