Introduction
The third quarter of 2016 has seen increased uncertainty in markets following the surprise Brexit vote in June. Property as an investment sector was particularly hard hit in the wake of the result, but is there still life in the asset class? While the UK economy looks likely to fend off an immediate recession, it is unsurprising that many investors are looking beyond the traditional asset classes into alternatives and niche areas such as social bonds and impact investing to diversify their portfolios. In the Autumn Monitor we look at the effect of recent events on investment markets, while experts give us their views on the next three months.
In this guide
US election could shake up markets
Outflows surge after Brexit vote
Easing the ride in turbulent markets
Be careful of reading too much into UK economic figures
Positive impact while investing
Shifting population driving economics
We should celebrate risk reporting, not censure it
Economic anxiety sustains gold rush
What’s on the horizon?
