CROSSROADS: At the Intersection of Geopolitics and Geoeconomics

by The BlackSummit Team | Oct 8, 2024 | Crossroads

Here is a summary of important events that unfolded over the last month, and which may affect economic, financial, and geopolitical issues in the months ahead. Furthermore, we share our thoughts on the market implications of the reported developments. North America...

Weekly Market Update

by The BlackSummit Team | Oct 5, 2024 | Weekly Market Update

Global Equities Increase Global equities increased on the week, with the Dow Jones and S&P 500 rising 0.09% and 0.22%, respectively, while the Nasdaq gained 0.10%. The US 10-year Treasury note rose slightly to 3.97%, and the price of a barrel of West Texas...

Geopolitics & the Day After

by The BlackSummit Team | Oct 3, 2024 | Geopolitics & the Day After

We begin this week’s newsletter by examining the possible consequences of a conflict between Israel and Iran, highlighting the recent attacks on Hezbollah from Israel. Next, we turn our focus to the potential fiscal crisis looming over the global economy. We...

Weekly Market Update

by The BlackSummit Team | Sep 28, 2024 | Weekly Market Update

Global Market News Global Equities Increase Global equities increased on the week, trading near record levels. The Dow Jones and S&P 500 rose 0.59% and 0.62%, respectively, while the Nasdaq gained 0.95%. The US 10-year Treasury note rose slightly to 3.75%, and the...

Geopolitics & the Day After

by The BlackSummit Team | Sep 26, 2024 | Geopolitics & the Day After

We begin this week’s newsletter by examining the different reactions, from investors to other central banks, to the Federal Reserve’s recent rate cut. Next, we turn our focus to the recent escalation of hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah,...