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Meet our analysts

Our expert analyst team brings decades of experience across global markets. From macroeconomic trends and currency movements to shares and commodities, they provide the analysis you need to make informed trading decisions. Follow their insights, ideas and commentary to stay ahead of the markets and gain a deeper understanding of the forces shaping your trades.

Chris Weston

Chris Weston is our Head of Research and holds over 24 years of experience in the industry. As a highly respected financial services expert, Chris has supported both retail and institutional clients at IG, Merrill Lynch, Credit Suisse and Morgan Stanley, covering research as well as sales and trading roles. Based in Australia, Chris is a well-known global media figure, regularly appearing on Bloomberg, Bloomberg Arabia, Channel News Asia and Sky News Business.

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Michael Brown

Michael Brown is an award-winning market analyst with over a decade of experience in the financial services industry. He has a record of providing pertinent commentary, analysis, and forecasting across all major asset classes, principally through a global macro focus.

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Felipe Barragán

Felipe Barragán is an economist with dual Master of Science degrees in Economics and Finance, and over 12 years of experience in economic research, portfolio management, and multi-asset investment strategies.

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Dilin Wu

Dilin Wu is an experienced research strategist, specialising in the APAC region. Proficient in central bank policy analysis, cross-asset evaluation, and cryptocurrency investments, she is also a frequent contributor to several prominent Chinese-language financial publications.

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Ahmad Assiri

Ahmad Assiri is a market strategist who translates market moves in equities, FX, rates and commodities into concise insights. He brings a strong understanding of global macro, financial derivatives and equity investments, delivering strategic market views.

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  1. Data for the Pepperstone Group, correct as of 1 March 2026.

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