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18 Jun 2026

We are proud to announce that EC Markets has been awarded Best Global Broker 2026 at this year’s iFX Expo International, held in Limassol, Cyprus. Presented by UF Awards on 17th June, this accolade recognises EC Markets as the best broker in the industry on a global scale.  This recognition follows a strong year for EC Markets, including being ranked among the top 3 global brokers by trading volume in Q1 2026, according to Finance Magnates, as well as Best Order Execution Broker Award at Rankia Markets Experience CDMX 2026.

18 Jun 2026

The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged at its latest policy meeting, but markets focused less on the decision itself and more on what policymakers signalled about the future. While rates remained at 3.50%-3.75%, a more hawkish set of projections and changes to the policy statement suggested officials remain cautious about inflation risks. As a result, investors were forced to reassess expectations for the path of US interest rates through 2026. The shift in tone prompted moves across bonds, currencies and broader financial markets, highlighting how sensitive investors remain to changes in central bank guidance.

15 Jun 2026

Markets spent the second week of June navigating a more challenging environment as rising energy prices, persistent inflation pressures and elevated bond yields complicated the outlook for monetary policy. While economic growth remained broadly resilient, investors became increasingly focused on whether inflation could remain higher for longer, particularly as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East continued supporting energy prices. As a result, bond markets, currencies and sector performance were largely driven by shifting interest-rate expectations rather than growth optimism alone.

31 May 2026

Markets finished May on a strong footing as easing geopolitical tensions, falling oil prices and continued confidence in corporate earnings helped support risk sentiment across global asset classes. While inflation remained elevated and US growth data softened, investors largely looked through the macro headwinds. Instead, attention remained firmly focused on resilient earnings, artificial intelligence investment and signs that tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz may be easing following progress in US-Iran negotiations.

25 May 2026

Markets pushed further into record territory last week before momentum finally began to show signs of strain as rising bond yields, renewed inflation concerns and geopolitical uncertainty triggered a sharp late-week reversal across risk assets. The S&P 500, Nasdaq and Dow Jones Industrial Average all climbed to fresh all-time highs during the week, supported by resilient corporate earnings, continued enthusiasm surrounding artificial intelligence investment and generally stronger-than-expected US economic data.