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A Global Overview of Market Movements for March 2025

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In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Linda Eedes dives into the turbulent events that shaped March 2025’s market movements. From trade tensions and fears of a US recession to the impact of tariffs and shifting investor sentiment, she breaks down what’s driving the volatility. She also explores how emerging markets have demonstrated resilience, particularly through China’s recovery and gold’s rise to new heights.
9 Apr 2025 English South Africa Investing · Management

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