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Tech disruption drives regional equity performance dispersion in February
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Overview
Inflation moderating recently was supportive of lower yields in key markets, despite sustained price pressures in some areas. Australia raised its policy rate in February.
Key highlights:
- Global Equities – Asia Pacific equities reign as investors favour tech hardware
- Global Fixed Income – IG outperformed HY as lower yields helped duration
- Equity Industries – Basic Materials and Telecoms among leaders
- Alternative Indices (USD) – Precious metals rally; Energy moderates
- Equity Factors – US Value and US (Small) Size maintain lead
- Foreign exchange – US dollar strengthens versus key trading partner currencies
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