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May 26, 2025
Weekly Macro & Markets View, Week 22
- The US House of Representatives
narrowly passes the tax bill to
extend large tax cuts
The bill now moves to the Senate, which is expected to make changes, with fiscal worries growing. -
Donald Trump escalates the tension
in US-EU trade negotiations,
threatening a 50% tariff rate
Originally set to begin on June 1, diplomatic efforts have pushed the deadline to July 9, but the uncertain trade environment will likely weigh on economic activity. -
Fiscal concerns drive global
government bond yields higher, led
by the long end
Bond market volatility is set to persist amid fiscal tensions, but yields should remain contained as central banks continue to cut rates while growth headwinds persist.
May 02, 2025
Monthly Investment Insights
Key developments
- US tarrifs on imported goods reach a 100-year high, despite some recent softening in stance by policymakers
- Markets recover due to softer rhetoric emerging, but risk reward in stocks and credit appears inadequate
- Consumer and CEO confidence tumble as outlooks for the economy and earnings become opaque
March 13, 2025
Inflation Focus
- Tectonic shifts are underway in the global economy, driven by the changing geopolitical and global trade backdrop
- Inflation should continue to grind lower near term, with goods deflation and slowing services inflation still in place
- Central banks are set to respond to any emerging price pressures, which should help to contain inflation medium term
- Inflation will remain volatile, however, amid more fractured global trade and defence spending pressures
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Weekly Macro & Markets View
Weekly Macro & Markets ViewDesigned to give clear interpretation of the previous week’s macroeconomic and financial market developments. This publication represents how Zurich sees the financial landscape evolving on a week-by-week basis.

Monthly Investment Insights
Monthly Investment InsightsStructured to give a succinct view of the investment outlook and economic prospects for the coming months. Focus is on key developments from an investment perspective, with a tactical view presented on the major asset classes of equities, credit and government bonds.

Inflation Focus
Inflation FocusA quarterly publication, conveying the most likely outlook for inflation over the subsequent 12-24 months. Global and regional views are provided, detailing the driving forces behind the outlook. Point forecasts are offered for the major coverage areas, with short-term moves and pressures also identified.

Topical Thoughts
Topical ThoughtsInvestigative research on specific issues that affect the business environment, with expert thoughts and opinions provided on an ad hoc basis.

Economic and Market Outlook
Economic and Market OutlookWith a 12 months focus, this publication is designed as a reference document for multiple user groups. It is segmented by region and provides in-depth coverage of both economic and financial market fundamentals, as well as the underlying trends that are observed.

Mid-Year Outlook
Mid-Year OutlookAn update on the Economic & Market Outlook is provided, gauging developments and projecting how the months ahead are likely to unfold.
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