International

UK entry into the CPTPP is of economic benefit to the bloc’s members, but geopolitical factors are also at play

The BRICS group offers a different development model and has increased cross-border payments in non-US dollar currencies

Oil market investment trends suggest greater cartel control of the oil market as demand for the fuel peaks and declines

The commercial property market is under increasing strain but is unlikely to trigger a global financial crisis

The emergence of powerful artificial intelligence (AI) tools promises new gains and risks for the digital ad industry

The latter half of 2023 will see significant acceleration of public and private sector efforts on foiling cyberattacks

Global economic activity will worsen as services slow, with the downturn relatively mild but potentially prolonged

Temporary factors have normalised gas prices; prices in Europe and for spot LNG remain historically high, curbing demand