Global Risks

Major changes since May 29, 2008.

Headline risk

The risk has fallen of deep recession in the United States, after factory orders rallied in April, which confirms that business investment, boosted by strong export demand, has been somewhat more robust in the second quarter than earlier in the year (1-year stress balance down 0.6; 5-year stress balance down 0.5).

You can learn more about the Global Stress Points Matrix™, or request a trial through the service information page.