Investment Insights April 2024
During the first quarter of 2024, equity markets performed strongly, with standout performances from Japanese and US equities. Bond markets were relatively muted, and gold reached a new all-time high.
Hayden Tyrrell, Senior Investment Management Analyst, shares insights from Mercer’s global network of investment experts, covering:
- How the markets performed in quarter one.
- Current trends impacting global and local investment markets.
- How does an increase or decrease in the official cash rate affect Kiwi investors.
- Market trends we are likely to see this year.
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Mercer’s team of experts based in 44 countries around the globe, including New Zealand, monitor global and local events and bring you the latest updates. We also produce an investment report each month covering the Mercer KiwiSaver scheme, Mercer Super Trust and Mercer FlexiSaver, which includes returns for each of the seven investment options. You can find the latest information here.
