Monthly Market Roundup

June was a mixed month for global equity markets. European equities started strong but
ended flat as second-quarter earnings reports began to come in. In the UK, the market
finished higher, lifted by positive economic data and the Labour Party's historic return to
power after 14 years. Across the globe, US, Asian, and emerging markets saw gains, with Australia standing out with impressive performance. Fixed income markets also had a strong month, with global government bonds experiencing notable gains.