Navigating market volatility: A data-centric approach

This year, market volatility has surged dramatically, fueled by dynamic US trade policies and ensuing responses from governments around the globe. The market landscape is shifting almost daily, leaving companies scrambling to provide clear forecasts amid a sea of uncertainty. Meanwhile sell-side analysts, traditionally reliant on stable, predictable data, now find themselves venturing into new data sources to recalibrate their projections on the fly.

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For IR teams, these rapid changes create a real challenge. The ability to make critical decisions – and to influence strategic thinking within an organization – is increasingly dependent on access to timely, accurate and reliable data. When IR professionals can secure not only a larger volume of data but also higher-quality insights that truly capture market sentiment, they empower themselves to make well-informed decisions. In turn, this deepens their role as trusted advisors to senior management, investors and sell-side analysts, ensuring that every decision is backed by robust, real-world intelligence.

In today’s fast-paced environment, navigating and interpreting market signals is more than just a functional task – it’s a strategic imperative. A modern IR team needs a solid foundation of real-time analytics to confidently steer their organization through the turbulence of market expectations. High-quality data transforms challenges into opportunities, fostering a culture where every forecast is an informed step toward sustainable growth.

This playbook, developed in partnership with Visible Alpha – part of S&P Global Market Intelligence – offers a comprehensive guide to mastering this critical aspect of navigating the capital markets. Inside, you will discover:

  • A breakdown of the diverse data sources available in today’s market landscape
  • Strategies for fully integrating these data streams into your regular IR workflows
  • A roadmap for how a disciplined, data-first approach can drive superior strategic decision-making

This resource is designed to help IR professionals leverage the best available market data, ensuring that they remain agile and informed no matter how unpredictable the market becomes.

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How to leverage data to successfully navigate market expectations

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    Thursday, August 07, 2025

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    In partnership with WHEN 8.00 am PT / 11.00 am ET / 4.00 pm BST / 5.00 pm CET DURATION 45 minutes About the event Amid constant tariff news, geopolitical upheaval and other developments stemming from the new US administration, IR teams have their work cut out as they prepare…

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    Wednesday, November 12, 2025

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