Quarterly Market Outlook – 1Q 2026
Key themes for 1Q 2026
- Solid foundations for global growth in 2026
- The U.S. economy has sustained its robust underlying architecture
- The Federal Reserve is approaching neutral, balancing inflation and employment concerns
- Equity market returns will be dependent on strong earnings growth
- Fixed income credit: Tight spreads but benefiting from robust macro tailwinds
- Focus on balance and diversification