Investment Insights February 2025

Welcome to the first edition of Investment Insights for 2025! We hope you had a wonderful summer break and took some time to relax and unwind.

The US election in November had a major impact on quarter four, leading to a cautious outlook among investors due to the potential for significant market volatility.

Mercer’s Chief Investment Officer, Padraig Brown, shares insights from Mercer’s global network of investment experts, covering:

  • How the investment markets performed in quarter four, particularly in relation to the outcomes of the US election.
  • The impact the Republican administration will have on investment markets globally and in New Zealand.
  • Key investment trends investors should keep in mind for 2025.

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