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The earnings season has finished. There were mixed results, but overall it was a good earnings season. In mid-July, companies will start sharing the results for the first half of the year, and we will learn more about the effect of trade tariffs.

Financial markets were extremely volatile in April. First, US tariffs announcement pushed markets lower. When US President Donald Trump backpedalled, equity markets recovered with force and now above ‘Liberation Day’ levels. Although we do not expect a recession, we do expect that the ongoing uncertainty will cause volatility to remain elevated. Therefore, we are using the rebound in financial markets to take some risk off the table.  

In Belgium, ABN AMRO Private Banking will enter a new chapter and adopt the name ABN AMRO MeesPierson. By doing so, the private bank not only aligns the private banking business of its Belgian branch with the strong brand in the Netherlands, but also confirms its increased focus on Belgian entrepreneurs. With this repositioning, ABN AMRO underlines its long-term vision on private banking and profiles itself no longer solely as an asset manager, but as a committed advisory partner at every pivotal stage in the lives of high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs and entrepreneurial families.

After years of devoting yourself to your business, there comes the moment when you step back. How can you handle this process efficiently and effectively? Kris Dewinter, Head of Corporate Finance Belgium, and Dieter Verbeek, Executive Director Wealth Management Flanders, share their insights for a successful business handover. Whether you wish to keep your business in the family, or are thinking about external investors, Kris and Dieter emphasise why timely preparation and clear agreements are essential during this complex process.

The economy continues to grow in the second half of 2025, but at a slower pace. And much is still uncertain about US trade policy. Want to know more? You will find explanations and insights from our experts in the videos and articles of the Investment Strategy. Erik Joly, Chief Investment Officer briefly summarises The Big Picture for you below. You can also click through to our Investment Strategy 2025 to read the in-depth articles.