Archived Monthly Outlook Videos

February Market and FX Outlook video

In this month’s video, Portfolio Counsellor Deepak Kumar and FX Counsellor Joe Bond discuss the outlook for UK markets and Sterling.

2017 Market Outlook Video: Investing in a new era

In 2017, Citi analysts are expecting stronger growth, higher inflation and rising bond yields. A number of key political events which are likely to impact markets will also take place in Europe. These dynamics will have implications on how investors should position their portfolios for 2017.

December Market Outlook video

In the final video of 2016, Portfolio Counsellor Deepak Kumar covers the Federal Reserve’s December meeting, and Citi Analysts expected interest rate outlook for next year.

November FX Outlook video

In this month’s FX video Joe Bond, FX Counsellor discusses Sterling's year-to-date weakness, the contributing factors and Citi Analysts’ outlook

How the US Presidential Election could impact your investments

• What will be the impact on the US economy, equities and the US dollar?
• What is the outlook for the Emerging Markets and currencies?
• How would the election outcome affect European equities?

October Market Outlook video

In this month’s video, George Papangelis, Portfolio Counsellor and Prashanth Natarajan, FX Counsellor for Citi UK & International Personal Bank, discuss the latest actions from the Fed, Bank of Japan as well as Citi’s views on Bank of England’s potential actions going forward.

September FX Outlook video

In this video, our FX Counsellor, Inga Tahtadzjana, talks about US dollar outlook.

September Market Outlook video

In this month’s video Deepak Kumar, Portfolio Counsellor for Citi UK & International Personal Bank, discusses a potential Federal Reserve rate hike in the coming months as well as Citi’s views on emerging markets.

2016 Mid-Year Outlook: Seeking Opportunities in Volatile Markets

Volatile markets. Slow growth. Where are the opportunities and risks in the second half of 2016?

July Market Outlook Video

In this month’s video, our experienced Investment Strategist, Sally Sarma, discusses the outcome of the EU Referendum and impact on markets

June Market Outlook Video

In this month’s video, our experienced Investment Strategist, Sally Sarma, discusses markets ahead of the EU Referendum.

May Market Outlook Video

In this month’s video, our experienced Investment Strategist, Sally Sarma, discusses opportunities for investors in volatile markets.

April Market Outlook Video

In this month’s video Investment Strategist will discuss the March Central Bank meetings, where monetary policy was set to stimulate economic growth and inflation.

March Market Outlook Video

Our experienced Investment Strategist, Sally Sarma, sets out Citi analyst views on the impact of the EU Referendum debate.

February Market Outlook Video

Our seasoned Portfolio Counsellor decodes for us the ramifications for the wider market caused by China since the start of the year.

January Market Outlook Video

In this month’s video, our Portfolio Counsellor looks ahead for the key political events that are going to impact the markets in 2016 on top of everything else that is already happening.

December Market Outlook Video

Ever wondered where to seek yield when returns on bonds are relatively low? This month’s insightful video focuses on just this topic by covering Frontier Markets and the opportunities.

November Market Outlook video

This month we are going to discuss the dynamics of Japanese equities and how to invest and keep an eye on potential risks for Japan. Investors have been pouring money into Japanese stocks as the Yen has depreciated. This is based on the belief that a cheap Yen results in a strong Japanese equity market. The market’s optimism behind the weak Yen hinges upon the competitive advantage for Japanese exports. Especially, when Japan’s number one export destination is the US which is enjoying a better recovery than Europe and Japan

October Market Outlook video

This month we review the ongoing transformation in the Chinese economy and its ramifications across the globe. We recognise that certain sectors and countries will lose out from China’s economic evolution, yet quite a few markets and industries will make net gains. These areas of opportunities actually lie closer to home, in developed markets rather than emerging countries, and we analyse in detail who are the winners and losers.

September Market Outlook video

This month we review the recent events in Greece and the impact on European equities. We recognise the risks around Greece have fallen but with upcoming elections there are near-term political uncertainties and Citi analysts believe Grexit could become a feature again in 2016. Citi analysts remain positive on European equites, the central reason being the European’s Central Bank’s quantitative easing programme.

August Market Outlook video

This month we return to China and look at the reasons behind the recent volatility in the equity markets. We look at the measures taken by the Chinese authorities to restore stability and the macro-economic backdrop for the country and how this shapes Citi analysts’ outlook for China.

July Market Outlook video

In this month’s video I am going to concentrate on the implications of a US rate hike on the asset classes in your portfolio. Citi analysts have brought forward their expectations of a rate rise in the US as the improving economy is judged to be able to withstand higher interest rates. This leads Citi analysts to favour equities over bonds. Citi analysts still believe that, those regions exercising quantitative easing are the most attractive equity investments. As we experienced in 2013 with the taper tantrum, Citi analysts advise caution on emerging market equity investments.

June Market Outlook video

In this month’s video we look at the recent slowdown in the US economy, the impact on the US Dollar and what this means for Citi analysts’ outlook for the US fixed income and equity markets. Citi analysts see the slowdown as temporary and as the video highlights, markets are looking for firm economic data which would influence the Federal Reserve’s decision to raise interest rates. With lower interest rates this is encouraging the hunt for yield trade and keeps the investment environment relatively positive for equities.

May Market Outlook Video

In this month’s video we look at the age-old investment adage “Sell in May, go away, come back on St. Leger’s Day”. We go over the origins of phrase and data which supports the investment strategy. We discuss why the strategy may be less relevant – especially in a modern trading environment. Citi analysts recommend using an asset allocation framework, to be invested through the cycle, and highlight their current key risks and preferences.

April Market Outlook Video

In this month’s video we outline Citi analysts’ views on Japan. We look at the programme dubbed Abenomics and  the effect this has had on the currency and on the Japanese stock market. Although there was a downturn in the Japanese economy last year, Citi analysts see growth rebounding, supported by further stimulus which they expect to have a positive effect on Japanese equities.

March Market Outlook Video

In this month's video we look at the low inflation environment. Though some countries are exhibiting negative inflation and Citi analysts' expectations are for the low inflation to remain for the near term, they do not see global economies entering into a deflationary spiral. Likewise, central banks forecast inflation returning to long-term levels in two years. Low inflation justifies low interest rates so we discuss alternative income sources, rather than fixed income, and look at sectors which benefit from higher consumer spending as less is spent on oil.

February Market Outlook Video

In this month’s video we review the actions of the European Central Bank in announcing quantitative easing in the Eurozone. We discuss the mechanics of the programme and the expected impacts including what this means for your portfolio.

January Market Outlook Video

In this month’s video we review the major topics Citi analysts have on their minds as we enter 2015. Thoughts centre on growth, the sluggish recovery from the Global Financial Crisis, the stalling in global trade as well as the geopolitical outlook impacting growth prospects.

December Market Outlook Video

In this month’s video we look at the interest-rate environment in the UK as its economy recovers from the Global Financial Crisis. Specifically we look at the impact on the housing market and how this is affecting the Bank of England’s decision path.

November Market Outlook Video

In this Market Outlook we review the investment options in China. We discuss the economic rise of China and the expectations for a deepening of the Chinese capital markets. This change in markets could increase the investment opportunity set available to investors and, combined with the growing economy, potentially makes China a more prevalent part of any investment decision into the future.

October Market Outlook Video

In this month’s video we spotlight Citi analysts’ bullish view on US Dollar. We cover the reasons why the currency could gain value including: the impact of the shale revolution; onshoring; and foreign reserve holdings. Beyond the pure currency, we look at the US Dollar’s relationship with emerging market equities and commodities to see what US Dollar strength could mean for your portfolio

Market Outlook Video September 2014

This month's presentation focus' on central banks and their actions on quantitative easing. We cover how the Federal Reserve and Bank of England's outlook is diverging from that of the ECB and what this could mean for your portfolio.

Market Outlook Video August 2014

This month, we look at US unemployment and lending conditions in Europe

Market Outlook Video July 2014

This month we look at the housing market across the world and shed some light into the local issues around the major economic areas

Market Outlook Video June 2014

Vedat Dicelli discusses Citi analysts' latest views on the market and potential opportunities for clients' portfolios

Market Outlook Video May 2014

Lukas Juricek discusses Citi analysts' latest views on the market and potential opportunities for clients' portfolios

Market Outlook Video April 2014

Vedat Dicleli discusses Citi analysts' latest views on the market and potential opportunities for clients' portfolios

Market Outlook Video March 2014

Sujata Rastogi discusses Citi analysts’ latest views on the market and potential opportunities for clients’ portfolios.

Market Outlook video February 2014

In this month’s video Citi IPB Portfolio Counsellor Vedat Dicleli focuses on the latest US Government debt ceiling talks and the impact of this decision on clients’ portfolios.

Market Outlook video January 2014

Portfolio Counsellor Vedat Dicleli analyzes the investment outlook for 2014 and Citi investment strategies for the year ahead.

Market Outlook Video December 2013

This month’s video focuses on the European Central Bank interest rates cut to a record low of 0.2% and the impact of this decision on clients' portfolios.

Market Outlook Video November 2013

This month’s video focuses on the recent US government budget ceiling decision and the improvement of the UK economic outlook. Citi Analyst Jonathan Sparks analyses the impact of this decision on clients’ portfolios

Market Outlook Video October 2013

This month’s video focuses on the recent US Federal Reserve decision not to taper bond purchases. Citi Analyst Jonathan Sparks analyses the impact of this decision in clients portfolios

Market Outlook Video September 2013

Watch Citi International Personal Bank Research Analyst, Jonathan Sparks, discussing the impact from the changing tide of monetary stimulus in the US, or “Fed Tapering”.