23 Oct 2025

Investment Update: Market commentary Q3 2025

Markets on the move: portfolio gains and future outlook

As we take a look on the past quarter, it’s clear that global markets have been navigating a complex and evolving landscape. Our latest investment update covers key developments for the quarter, as it’s clear that global markets have faced a mix of challenges and changes.

We’re pleased to share our latest video update on market investments. This quarter has seen strong market performance, which has positively impacted portfolios—welcome news after recent turbulence.

In this update our Head of client experience, Charlotte Taylor-St.Ruth sits down with our Head of investments, Mashud Rahman to discuss:

    • The current market upswing and its effect on investments
    • Ongoing geopolitical concerns and their implications
    • Our perspective on gold and crypto assets
    • What to watch for in the next quarter and beyond

Our core message remains unchanged: a well-diversified portfolio and a long-term investment strategy are key to navigating uncertainty and capturing opportunity.

Should you have any further questions or enquiries, please do not hesitate to reach out to your financial planner.

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