Efficient Market Pulse: 20 February 2026

This week’s Efficient Market Pulse examines heightened geopolitical risk after renewed US–Iran tensions drove Brent crude to a six-month high, underscoring market sensitivity to energy supply disruptions. Mixed global macro data — including a widening US trade deficit, fragile Japanese growth and easing UK inflation amid rising unemployment — reinforced an uncertain outlook. Corporate developments in media and technology, alongside increased defence spending, further shaped investor sentiment. Listen now to gain valuable perspectives from the experts! e: [email protected] | t: 087 944 7999 Efficient Invest is the investment division of Efficient Group (Pty) Ltd. It comprises authorised financial services providers: Efficient Private Clients (FSP 47481), Naviga Solutions (FSP 381), Efficient Select (FSP 859), and Select Manager (FSP 928).