by Abacus | Mar 6, 2026 | News
First and foremost, our thoughts are with everyone caught up in these events. We know many of you will be feeling unsettled, both about what is happening in the UAE, and what it means for your finances. This market bulletin is to give you a clear, honest picture, and...
by Abacus | Jan 22, 2026 | News
Executive summary • Risk assets ended 2025 on a constructive note. Global equities posted steady gains in Q4 and many major indices finished the year near record or multi‑year highs. • Leadership broadened: non‑US equities outperformed the US market over the full...
by Abacus | Nov 13, 2025 | News
The third quarter of 2025 delivered robust returns across global markets, underpinned by strong corporate earnings, growing optimism around artificial intelligence (AI), and the long awaited interest rate cut by the US Federal Reserve. Emerging markets also gained...
by Abacus | Jul 1, 2025 | News
When it comes to tax-efficient investing for expats, offshore bonds often feature in the conversation – but they’re not always well understood. In this article, we’ll break down what offshore bonds are, how they work, and why they may (or may not!) be suitable...
by Abacus | Jul 1, 2025 | News
You might remember Trump, tariffs, and “Liberation Day” impact dominating much of last quarter’s update. In the second quarter of 2025, markets have been resilient and have – yet again – rewarded patient long term investors, having now fully recovered from...
