Latest Research
2024
Bitcoin - Unravelling The Cryptoverse
April 19, 2024
Uncover the latest breakthrough in crypto investment with our comprehensive report on Bitcoin ETFs! Explore market dynamics, regulatory shifts, and investor opportunities. Gain strategic insights into the evolving crypto landscape with UWFA.
Record High Credit Card Debt
January 10, 2024
Explore our detailed report unveiling the unprecedented surge in credit card debt. Delve into our expert analysis, focusing on record highs, market influences, and the implications of this financial challenge. Gain valuable insights into the credit card debt landscape with UWFA.
2023
Google Vs. Microsoft
November 30, 2023
Take a closer look at the comparison between Microsoft and Google in UWFA's retrospective. Our exclusive analysis delves into their unique journeys, market influences, and pivotal moments defining these tech leaders. Dive into the world of innovation, competition, and the lasting insights drawn from this detailed exploration.
Black Monday
November 29, 2023
Take a trip down memory lane with UWFA's historical retrospective on the infamous "Black Monday" of 1987. Our exclusive analysis revisits the unprecedented 22% stock market crash, exploring the root causes, market dynamics, and the aftermath that shaped financial landscapes globally. Delve into the resilience displayed by investors and the enduring lessons learned from this pivotal event.
Threads Launch Report
August 11, 2023
Threads App Launch Our exclusive report, crafted by the UWFA Research Team: Delving into the launch of Instagram's Threads app, our comprehensive report analyzes the implications of this app within the social media space. The report provides and overview of the app, its integration within Instagram's system, along with a comparison to "X" (formerly known as twitter) and much more. Take a look at the article published by UWFA on this launch to see how it's expected to impact the market!
Broadcom x VMWare
Aug 3, 2023
Diving into Broadcom's landmark $61 billion acquisition of VMWare, our comprehensive report delves into the strategic implications of this mega deal within the semiconductor and cloud computing landscapes. Explore the EU's conditional approval, competitive dynamics, and potential impacts on VMWare's product landscape, shedding light on the evolving future of these tech giants. Take a look at the article published by UWFA on this acquisition to see how it's expected to impact the market!
Ford x Tesla
July 7, 2023
An examination of the Ford and Tesla partnership that unlocked significant mutual benefit for both firms, and is shaping the way for a new industry standard. By enabling vehicles manufactured by other EV manufacturers to utilize its supercharger network, Tesla has created ripples in the EV space, significantly improving the barrier of charging access within the broader EV market. As Ford and other EV makers sign on to adopt Tesla's charging standard in North America, the markets react positively. Take a look at the article published by UWFA on this event to get a primer on EV markets, charging infrastructure, and what this partnership means for the North American EV space as a whole.
Labour Market
March 17, 2023
An overview of current Labour Market trends and historical background. In 2022, both the Canadian and US labor markets showed considerable momentum and promise for growth after recovering from the effects caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite a slowdown in economic growth and a moderation in demand for workers, employment continued to grow briskly and wages increased at a quick pace. With major markets around the world poised for a recession, it becomes less certain as to where the future might be headed and what the possible implications may be due to aggressive government mandates and evolving political situations. Take a look at our outlook on the 2023 Labour Markets with key highlights provided by UWFA’s research team for more insight in relation to this hot topic.
2022
Semiconductor Outlook
November 3, 2022
UWFA provides an overview of the geopolitical history and recent developments in the space, focusing on the economic outlook and recent deals made between players.
A Deep Dive into LDI
November 16, 2022
In this report, the UWFA Research Team will take a deep dive into Liability Driven Investment to explain its history and implementation. It will focus on how UK pension plans deployed LDI and how it deals with large-scale financial issues. Finally, the report will provide insights into trends in pension fund management.
2021
Interest Rates Update
July 1, 2021
UWFA discusses interest rates and the Fed’s plan on interest rate levels.
Short-Squeeze Frenzy
March 10, 2021
UWFA provides insight into the mid-January Short Squeeze.
U.S. Streaming Market Update
June 24, 2021
UWFA provides an update on the streaming market in the United States.
China: Next Global Superpower?
March 19, 2021
UWFA provides an overview of the growth of China’s economy.
2020
Cannabis Industry Outlook
December 1, 2020
UWFA provides an overview and outlook of the cannabis industry.
Vaccines and Equity Markets
December 1, 2020
UWFA provides an update on COVID-19 and the biotechnology industry.
COVID-19 Update
November 23, 2020
UWFA provides an update on COVID-19, vaccines, and the impact of the virus on the technology and e-commerce sectors.
US Election and the Geopolitical Climate
November 20, 2020
UWFA provides an overview of the election and general market reaction.
The Bond Trade Boom
November 10, 2020
UWFA investigates how investment banks capitalized on volatility in the markets.
Foreign Exchange Update
November 2, 2020
UWFA investigates the drivers moving the US and Canadian Dollars and other currency trends.
US Economy Update
October 26, 2020
UWFA dives into the US housing market, consumer spending and unemployment rates.
Fixed Income Update
October 19, 2020
UWFA provides an update on the yield curve, monetary outlook and upcoming US federal election.
M&A Update
October 13, 2020
UWFA investigates the challenges in the M&A market and how it has effected current deal and activity volume.
Debt Burden - EU & LATAM
July 28, 2020
UWFA provides commentary on the ongoing global debt burden as COIVD-19 continues to be a factor.
US Politics and the Stock Market
July 21, 2020
UWFA highlights key developments in the US political climate and the impact is has on the global economy.
Healthcare Industry Update
July 6, 2020
UWFA provides an update on the Healthcare Industry as COVID-19 continues to impact the market.
Fixed Income Market Update
June 22, 2020
UWFA highlights key developments in the global Fixed Income market and recent macro strategies.
COVID-19’s Effect on Airlines
June 8, 2020
UWFA investigates the current state of the US airline industry and how COVID-19 affects its future outlook.
Equities Market Update
May 25, 2020
UWFA offers insights on key themes in the global equities markets against the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic.
M&A and Equities Update
June 1, 2020
UWFA provides an analysis on the Canadian and American M&A markets during the first 6 months of 2020.
General Economy Update
March 2, 2020
UWFA provides an update on the global economy and the impact of Covid-19 during the first 2 months of 2020.
2019
General Economy Update
November 28, 2019
UWFA provides an update on the global economy as the US-China trade war continues close to the end of 2019.
M&A and Equities Update
November 14, 2019
UWFA offers a summary on key themes in the global equities markets and the outlook of M&A near the end of 2019.
FICC Update
October 31, 2019
UWFA highlights key developments in the global Fixed Income, Currencies and Commodities markets.
General Economy Update
October 27, 2019
UWFA offers an update on the global economy as the US and China try to agree on a trade dispute settlement.
M&A and Equities Update
October 10, 2019
UWFA highlights the recent notable transactions in the Canadian and American M&A markets.
M&A and Equities Update
July 24, 2019
UWFA highlights the recent notable transactions in the Canadian and American M&A markets.
Currencies
July 17, 2019
UWFA features key developments in the currencies market and the latest trends in cryptocurrencies.
General Economy Update
June 24, 2019
UWFA provides an update on the global economy while highlighting key transactions and decisions.
General Market Update
June 1, 2019
UWFA provides an update on the global economy as the US and China trade dispute continues to escalate.
M&A and Equities Update
June 1, 2019
UWFA offers insights on key themes in the M&A and global equities markets as 2019 reaches its halfway.