Market analysis

Following its acquisition of Credit Suisse, UBS Group has become one of the largest financial institutions in global banking. This article explores UBS’s ownership structure, outlining its key shareholders, governance framework and the impact of the 2023 takeover.

Infosys (INFY) has long been one of India’s leading technology and consulting firms, attracting both institutional and individual investors worldwide. Understanding who owns its shares provides useful context for anyone analysing the company’s structure, governance and long-term positioning.

BYD Company Limited is a leading manufacturer in China’s electric vehicle and battery industries, recognised for its broad presence across global markets.

Alphabet’s 20-for-1 stock split marked an important point in the company’s market history. This article explains what a stock split is, details Alphabet’s approach, and examines how such actions may influence share structure, pricing and accessibility for traders.

Global equities end the week on a negative note as investors struggle to find a balance between hopes of a soft landing and expectations of future rate cuts

Japan’s stock market provides access to established and internationally recognised companies that remain competitive across technology, consumer goods and manufacturing.

Switzerland is recognised for its stable economy, political neutrality and well-established financial sector, making it a key player in global markets.

Stocks and indices each play a central role in financial markets, but they offer different ways to access and interpret market performance. This article explains how both operate, the factors that influence their movements, and what traders may take into account when comparing individual shares with broader market indices.

We examine the platinum and palladium markets and the latest trends in supply, demand and pricing for both metals in 2025.

Market sentiment improves, lifting equities and weighing on the dollar, as a deal aimed at ending the US government shutdown has passed the Senate

Gold sees renewed safe haven interest as investors become more risk-averse, but several hurdles remain ahead

Gold mining stocks provide a way to gain exposure to the precious metals market. For CFD traders, identifying which companies offer strong potential can have a notable impact on performance.

Market sentiment improves, lifting equities and weighing on the dollar, as a deal aimed at ending the US government shutdown has passed the Senate

Markets digest the impact of last week's volatility after a hawkish cut from the FOMC and tech earnings that didn't quite meet the mark

The European Central Bank is expected to leave rates unchanged at their meeting this week as the balance of risks remains in favour of moderate growth and inflation

A look into how gold, the Nasdaq 100 and GBPUSD are trading during a busy week of ok key earnings reports and central bank meetings.

Bitcoin’s ownership landscape continues to evolve as the market has matured. From its unknown creator to large institutional investors and national governments, the distribution of BTC illustrates how ownership of the world’s first cryptocurrency has gradually changed over time.

Ripple’s XRP is among the most actively traded digital assets, supported by a finite supply and a publicly verifiable distribution system.

Bitcoin mining plays a central role in maintaining the security and integrity of the bitcoin network, but it has also evolved into a competitive global industry.

Crypto hedge funds have become a core part of institutional engagement with digital assets. In 2025, many traditional funds include crypto within diversified portfolios, using quantitative, arbitrage and long–short strategies to manage exposure.