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In this week’s Clevers Market Review, we look at how global markets reacted to rising trade tensions and central bank commentary. Industrials led gains in a shortened trading week, while food inflation climbed in the UK amid extreme weather. We also cover key geopolitical developments, Nestlé’s ESG initiative, and what to watch in the week ahead as tariff deadlines and economic data releases loom.

June 2025 saw strong market gains driven by a temporary US-Israel-Iran ceasefire, easing inflation, and tech sector outperformance. While the ECB cut rates, the Bank of England and Federal Reserve held steady amid persistent inflation. Norway and Korea led regional gains, with technology driving sector performance. Despite optimism, mixed signals from trade policy and inflation trends underline the need for a diversified investment approach. Read the full monthly market revie

Markets paused for a second consecutive week as Middle East tensions escalated. The Dow Jones edged up, while other major indices dipped. Oil surged after Iran’s threat to close the Strait of Hormuz, and the dollar strengthened amid investor caution. In ESG news, Nestlé exceeded sustainability goals for coffee sourcing. All eyes turn to US GDP and inflation data this week.

Markets retreated this week amid rising geopolitical tensions, with only the FTSE 100 posting gains. Trump and Starmer signed a partial UK–US trade deal at the G7, while the ECB and BoE signalled caution amid inflation concerns. Oil prices rose on Middle East escalation. Meanwhile, Lululemon deepened its ESG commitment through a new recycled materials deal.

Markets climbed last week as the Nasdaq 100 led gains and US job growth beat expectations. Trump’s rare earth agreement with China, the ECB’s rate cut, and a UK inflation data blunder also made headlines. Meanwhile, Japan’s Nippon Steel unveiled a massive investment to cut steel emissions. Here’s what to know and what’s coming next.

Markets gained in May 2025 despite confusion over U.S. tariffs. A brief pause sparked optimism, with Austria and Taiwan surging, but legal wrangling quickly clouded the outlook. Meanwhile, the Bank of England cut interest rates again, the Fed held steady amid inflation concerns, and global sectors like tech and financials led the charge. Read the full review to unpack this complex investment landscape.

Markets gained ground last week, led by tech stocks as nVidia's earnings impressed. Despite a dip in U.S. GDP, investor sentiment held firm amid tame inflation data and rising consumer spending. In Europe, ECB speculation stirred debate, while escalating U.S.-China trade tensions returned to the spotlight. Plus, Google backs a major ESG water-saving project. Here's your essential market breakdown for the week ending 2nd June 2025.

Trade tensions dominated headlines this week as President Trump extended EU tariff talks amid threats of a 50% levy. UK markets remained resilient despite sharp inflation rises, while US indices fell on renewed economic concerns. Plus: Meta’s latest renewable energy deal, a surge in silver prices, and new military developments in South Asia.

This week, we highlight cutting-edge cleantech advancements with Converge’s $22 million AI investment to decarbonise concrete, Microsoft’s landmark biochar carbon removal deal and new cloud sustainability tools, plus FedEx’s major move into sustainable aviation fuel.

Markets rallied this week with gains in the Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500, while the Dow dipped slightly. Moody’s downgraded the US credit rating amid concerns over rising debt. Inflation showed modest signs of easing, though uncertainty remains. The ECB may cut rates as trade tensions pose risks, while New York launched a $1 billion climate initiative. Wheat prices rose on favorable weather, and trade negotiations remain a key focus.