November 05, 2026

Performance Insights - November 2026

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AI sell-off lifts value and defensives as government bond yields retreat from multi-year highs

Overview

Global equities declined as concerns over AI investment drove a rotation towards energy and defensive industries, while sovereign bonds regained their safe-haven role despite higher oil prices.

Key highlights:

  • Global Equities – UK and US small caps lead as Asia Pacific retreats
  • Global Fixed Income – Developed market yields fall as credit spreads widen
  • Equity Industries – Energy and defensives lead, Technology is a drag
  • Alternative Indices (USD) – REITs/Infrastructure outperform; Crude Oil leads
  • Foreign exchange – US dollar mixed as euro weakens on French uncertainty

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