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Financial markets have been forced to adjust rapidly and with heightened volatility - will trade negotiations bring meaningful stability, or are they simply a pause in an escalating trade war?

Last week’s (Wednesday 16th April) CPI (Consumer Price Index) revealed a decline in inflation to 2.6%, down from 2.8% in February, landing below the BoE’s forecast of 2.7%. Core CPI, which excludes energy and food, eased slightly to 3.4%, down from 3.5% the previous month.

From inflation and tariffs to execution and liquidity — how the new rate outlook is reshaping markets.

On 2nd April 2025 (dubbed “Liberation Day”), President Donald Trump announced a new wave of reciprocal tariffs in an attempt to protect the US from, what he views to be, unfair trade practices by foreign nations.

iSAM Securities, a leading liquidity provider to institutional clients and trading venues globally, has launched a newly designed website.

iSAM Securities (UK) Limited (“iSAM Securities”) is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Twort as the new Head of Trading.

Asian technology stocks fell sharply as concerns over heavy AI spending and elevated valuations returned ahead of key earnings, including Netflix later today. Oil rose to $110 amid continued risks in the Strait of Hormuz, keeping inflation concerns firmly in focus.

US equity futures rebounded from last week’s chip-led sell-off, with upcoming technology earnings set to test whether heavy AI investment can deliver sufficient returns. Oil fell as Middle Eastern supplies held near pre-war levels, while reduced expectations of a near-term Fed rate hike supported Treasuries and gold.

Global equities extended gains as Fed Chair Warsh’s restrained comments eased expectations for further rate hikes, while investors turned their attention to corporate earnings for signs of a broader market recovery.