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Week in Review – Ending 1st August 2025

In a week marked by economic fluctuations and political drama, the UK grapples with mixed retail trends while Chancellor Rachel Reeves stirs headlines with a bold £5 billion Bitcoin sale. Across the Atlantic, the U.S. economy shows resilience amid fresh tariffs and environmental policy shifts, igniting debates on trade. Meanwhile, Europe navigates a delicate trade deal with the U.S., and China’s economy surprises with steady growth. As gold prices stabilize and copper surges on tariff news, oil markets display remarkable resilience. Dive into the full analysis of these pivotal developments shaping our global landscape!

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Week in Review – Ending 25th July 2025

As summer rolls on, markets and political landscapes across the globe are anything but relaxed. This week saw major shifts in central bank tone, continued strategic plays in the energy sector, and fresh data that’s forcing policymakers to recalibrate. Here’s a look at what moved the needle.

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Fine Wine Market Mid-Year Review: A Fragile Road to Recovery

At the start of 2025, there was a cautious optimism among Liv-ex members. Predictions suggested a slight decline in the Liv-ex Fine Wine 100, expected to ease down just 1.9% to 320 by year-end. Yet, as we close out the first half, reality has proved more challenging: the index has already slipped 4.4%, now sitting at 311.6.

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