Quarterly Market Outlook – 2Q 2026
Key themes for 2Q 2026
- Crosscurrents and risks confront the global economy
- The U.S. economy is likely to cool slightly as consumers bear the brunt of higher oil prices
- The Federal Reserve is still set to cut rates, while other central banks lean toward hikes
- Equity market resilience is being tested
- Fixed income: Tight spreads, but benefiting from robust macro tailwinds
- Focus on resilience and diversification