FT SeriesOutlook for markets in 2018The year ahead will see central banks follow through with their rates plans as well as big shifts elsewhereChina stocks at risk of outpacing fundamentalsAfter a banner year where indices tracked a surge in profits, the outlook coolsFive market surprises that could occur in 2018Treasuries, the dollar, Nafta and the economies of the US and China all face some uncertaintyAsia becomes key market for dollar bond sellersDemand reflects region’s rise as independent financial hub, say bankersHigh-flying US tech stocks face early test in 2018Sector’s slow start to the year has yet to show signs it will rattle confidenceBrazil remains priced for perfection in the eyes of investors Elections this year seen retaining the country’s recent reform driveNew year’s global stock market ‘melt-up’ silences bearsSigns of strong growth and prospects of higher US profits buoy sentimentMore from this SeriesHow will US bank stocks perform in 2018?Lenders are raising rates for borrowers but not savers, which should please shareholdersDraining of QE punchbowl sobers up bond bullsThis year should prove an inflection point for central banks and investors who have come to rely on themETF providers hope Mifid II will spur European growthRegulatory shake-up to provide more transparency on trading of passive investment vehiclesWatch 10-year Treasury yields for signs of danger in 2018Investors should stay in stocks as a big bear market looks unlikely as early as 2018
