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5 Graphs that Explain Financial Markets in 2016

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Financial markets in 2016 were characterized by dramatic reactions to political events, particularly Britain’s vote in June to leave the European Union and the American election in November. Yet despite these shocks and a stock market swoon at the start of the year, 2016 ended up being a very good year for most investors. Those with higher allocations to riskier assets did especially well as high yield bonds, US stocks, emerging market stocks, and commodities all posted returns of more than 12%. Here are 5 graphs that explain the key movements in financial markets during the year:


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