The current headlines about surprisingly high US tariffs and the resulting price losses in international financial markets are understandably causing uncertainty. We would like to share with you our view of the current market situation to show that these short-term events do not fundamentally change the overall picture. The fund positioning of the Ethna-AKTIV is designed to balance out exaggerations. True active risk management is at the heart of our work.

The US dollar dominates the global financial world as the main transaction, investment and reserve currency. What is driving the exchange rate? And what are the current implications for investors?

The 25 per cent import tariff on non-US cars and car parts appears to be just the beginning. On 2 April, the world's eyes will be on the US, where President Donald Trump has announced reciprocal tariffs in retaliation for trade barriers in other countries.