Monthly report
After volatile Q4 rally, markets exhibit heightened vigilance going into 2026
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Overview
Q4’s market moves exposed concerns around the AI investment theme and stretched asset valuations. US markets were clouded by the lack of timely macroeconomic data.
Key highlights:
- Global Equities – Asia Pacific and European equities lead in Q4
- Global Fixed Income – High yield (HY) mostly outperforms investment grade (IG)
- Equity Industries – Cyclicals and Health Care lead in most regions
- Alternative Indices – REITs and Infrastructure mostly lag
- Equity Factors – Value and larger equities in favour in Q4
- Foreign exchange – USD performance is mixed
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