Israel-Gaza ceasefire: Implications for UK investors and financial advisers

Sahar Nazir explores how geopolitical tensions and resolutions impact UK investors

Sahar Nazir
clock • 4 min read

As the conflict between Israel and Hamas escalated throughout 2024, its ripple effects on global markets, energy prices, and financial planning became a growing concern for UK investors. However, the recent ceasefire agreement, coinciding with the inauguration of the Trump administration, signals potential de-escalation in the region and renewed hope for global stability. Sahar Nazir speaks to experts about the lessons learned and the way forward for financial advisers…

The conflict escalated in October 2024 when a series of rocket attacks and retaliatory airstrikes erupted following heightened tensions over disputed territories and access to key religious sites in Jerusalem. By November 2024, international actors, including the United Nations and the US, were calling for a ceasefire, though efforts remained unsuccessful for weeks. On 19 December 2024, preliminary negotiations began under the mediation of Egypt and Qatar, with support from the US. Progress was slow but steady, and on 17 January 2025, a ceasefire agreement was officially announced, coinc...

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