In a year marked by record highs in markets and further uncertainty, here are some of the stocks that have reflected key trends and been closely monitored by investors.
Strong earnings, particularly out of the major US technology companies, have helped drive market movements this year.
In addition to record earnings, central banks started to cut interest rates as inflation cooled, which has further fuelled market momentum.
However, there have been elements of instability, with conflict in the Middle East and the continuation of the Russia-Ukraine war.
Investors have also had to contend with the uncertainty of election outcomes globally, with much focus on the US election and what could be on the cards once Trump returns to the White House in January.
Before turning to the coming year, here’s a look at the global stocks that made headlines.
In the UK, Lloyds Banking Group has long been a…
