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May 21, 2026

Market Update: Nvidia, Mutual Funds, UK Macro, and Ratings Changes

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Goldman Sachs reports a strong rally in AI semiconductors led by Nvidia's Q1 beat, while cautioning on weakening UK growth and downgrading Eiffage due to European economic headwinds.

Key Takeaways

  • 1.Nvidia reported a significant Q1 revenue beat ($81.5bn) and raised Q2 guidance, alongside an $80bn increase in capital return authorization.
  • 2.Large-cap mutual funds are underperforming historical averages, with a notable rotation out of Software and into Semiconductors during Q1.
  • 3.UK economic growth is expected to weaken significantly in the coming months as consumer confidence and housing activity show signs of slowing.

Table of Contents

  • NVDA
  • Mutual Funds
  • UK Macro
  • Flughafen Zurich
  • Eiffage
  • SMITHS GROUP Q3
  • GENERALI
  • Notice to Australian Investors
  • Additional Disclaimers

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Authors

Ioannis Blekos

Securities

NVDAFlughafen Zurich AGEiffage SASmiths Group PLCAMD

Themes

AI and Semiconductor ResilienceMutual Fund RotationGeopolitical Disruption to Supply/Growth

Regions

North AmericaEuropeUKUnited StatesUnited KingdomFrance