Working in conjunction with our investment research partners, Square Mile, they have prepared a quarterly market commentary report and a video covering quarter one.

In this video, Mark Harries, Chief Investment Officer at Square Mile Research, takes a look back at asset returns over the first quarter of 2023, highlighting that both bonds and global equities ended the quarter up.

He also has a look at what has been happening in the economy during a tricky period for central banks as they attempt to get inflation back down to more normal levels.

Finally, he provides an update of the outlook for stock and bond markets in upcoming period.

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Disclaimer: Johnston Carmichael Wealth Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

This communication is intended to provide a general review of certain topics and its purpose is to inform but not to recommend or support any specific investment or course of action.

Figures refer to the past and past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. The value of your investments and any income from them can go down as well as up and you may not get back the original amount invested.

The views and opinions expressed in the video are those of Square Mile and should not be considered to be a recommendation or solicitation to buy or sell any investments or funds mentioned.