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June 22, 2026

Global Weekly Kickstart

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Global equities extended gains last week as Middle East tensions eased. Markets are navigating a new 'Post Modern' investment cycle marked by a capex supercycle and higher macro volatility.

Key Takeaways

  • 1.Global equities rose 1.2% last week, supported by technology momentum and continued Middle East de-escalation.
  • 2.The 'Post Modern' cycle is defined by a shift from disinflation and globalization toward higher macro volatility, real rates, and increased state intervention.
  • 3.A capex supercycle is emerging, driven by AI investment and public spending on energy security and resilience.

Table of Contents

  • The week at a glance — Global markets and indices
  • Forecasts
  • Risk and Sentiment indicators
  • Performance - Local indices
  • Sector performance across regions - Weekly
  • Sector performance across regions - YTD
  • Earnings & Contribution
  • Earnings revisions
  • Valuation
  • Style performance
  • Style valuation
  • Sector weights, geographical exposure and concentration
  • Cross-asset performance and correlation
  • Flows from Global investors into equity funds
  • Emerging Markets vs. Developed Markets
  • Vol, skew and dividends

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Authors

Guillaume JaissonPeter OppenheimerSharon BellJohn KwonGiovanni FerranniniElena Porfidia

Securities

S&P 500SXXP

Themes

Capex SupercyclePost Modern CycleGeopolitical De-escalation

Regions

GlobalAsia PacificEuropeUnited StatesJapanGermany