QuotedData’s economic round up – May 2017 is a collation of recent insights on markets and economies taken from the comments made by chairmen and investment managers of investment companies – have a read and make your own minds up. Please remember that nothing in this note is designed to encourage you to buy or sell any of the companies mentioned. Kindly sponsored by Martin Currie.

May Economic and Political Roundup

In the United Kingdom, caution is the watchword as political influences may heighten volatility.

In Asia, long term prospects remain intact but any short-term setback may create buying opportunities

In Europe, Notwithstanding political uncertainty, Europe’s prospects are brighter

In Latin America, falling interest rates are good news

In biotechnology & healthcare, Increasing M&A activity could boost smaller healthcare companies

May Economic and Political Roundup