The threat of Omicron became a lesser concern to investors during the final month of December. Instead, investors have focussed on US monetary policy. During the last meeting on the 15th of December the FED was more hawkish than anticipated, with members forecasting three rate hikes for 2022 followed by three in 2023. However, in the press conference following the monetary policy statement, the FED-chairman reassured markets that the economy was strong enough to deal with the Fed’s tightening plan. Markets rallied subsequently. The price of Brent oil was able to recover from $71.0 to $ 79.3 / barrel at month end. All transportation sectors as well as the energy segment have rebounded. Capesize rates have softened to around $20k/day, whereas VLCC-rates have bottomed at ultra-low levels of around $1k to $3k /day. LNGC-spot rates have fallen from ultra-high levels to around $200k /day. The overall fund performance was positive. Overall hedging positions have contributed negatively.
For more information you can find our latest Fact Sheet – December 2021.
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