Q1 Market Commentary Video 2025

Watch our first quarterly market update video of the year, as William Marshall chats through the key themes that dominated the headlines:

• Growing fears of a global trade war led to increased market volatility

• The Bank of England cut interest rates, while the US Federal Reserve held firm

• Global equities fell as investors reacted to policy changes in the US

• How we're responding at HRIS to help manage this volatility for our clients

Looking Forward

As we move into the second quarter of 2025, our strategy remains focused on careful monitoring and analysis:

1. Ongoing Vigilance: We will keep a close watch on market developments and geopolitical events. While the situation is fluid, we are committed to avoiding knee-jerk reactions and will take a measured approach to any necessary adjustments.

2. Daily Reflection & Continuous Assessment: At HRIS, we remain dedicated to daily reflection on the performance of both markets and portfolios. Our team will continue to work diligently to assess and adapt to any changes that could impact our clients’ financial well-being.