Global Market Outlook Refocusing on Growth and Earnings

Standard Chartered remains bullish on equities, particularly in the US and Asia ex-Japan, and gold, citing improving corporate earnings and resilient growth. The report argues that the AI theme is fundamentally supported, while anticipating a weak USD and central bank rate cuts.

Key Takeaways

• 1.Optimism for early 2026 is driven by improving growth and earnings fundamentals, leading to a preference for equities and gold.
• 2.Overweight allocation to US and Asia ex-Japan equities based on robust corporate earnings and supportive fundamentals.
• 3.Maintain Overweight stance on gold, viewing it as a strategic diversifier supported by strong central bank demand.

Table of Contents

• Strategy
• Macro overview – at a glance
• Asset classes
• Additional perspectives
• Performance review
• Foundation asset allocation models
• Foundation: Our tactical asset allocation
• Perspectives on key client questions
• Bonds – at a glance
• Equity – at a glance
• Equity opportunistic views
• Gold, crude oil – at a glance
• FX – at a glance
• Quant perspective: Stay bullish equities

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