Why the Strait of Hormuz energy shock validates sustainable, values-aligned global investing. Explore our selective global stock-picking strategy and how geographic diversification provided critical offsets to Q1 volatility.

As we move into 2026, we remain cautiously optimistic. The capex boom in AI and the transition to a more balanced global interest rate environment provide a solid foundation. However, we are watching labor market cooling and rising consumer debt loads closely.

Overall, the combination of resilient corporate performance and the perceived benefit of monetary easing drove the U.S. stock market higher.