UBS
May 21, 2026
US Equity Size and Style
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UBS maintains a neutral recommendation on US equity size and style segments, balancing strong AI-driven growth in large caps against attractive valuations in small caps. While the bull market remains intact, risks include rising corporate credit defaults, waning fiscal stimulus, and potential economic deceleration.
Key Takeaways
- 1.UBS maintains a Neutral stance across all US equity size (large vs. small cap) and style (growth vs. value) segments.
- 2.Small caps have benefited from improved earnings estimates and fiscal support, but balance sheet leverage remains a risk as defaults rise.
- 3.Large-cap growth is supported by strong AI demand and 'Magnificent 7' earnings power, which is expected to grow at a mid-teens annualized rate.
Table of Contents
- Size: Neutral across size segments
- Style: Neutral on growth and value
- Global Asset Class Preference Neutral
- Global asset class preferences definitions
- Appendix
- Risk information
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Authors
David LefkowitzNadia LovellMatthew Tormey
Securities
Russell 1000 GrowthRussell 1000 ValueSMLSPX
Themes
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Capex and EarningsMonetary and Fiscal Policy ImpactSmall-Cap Valuation Opportunity
Regions
North AmericaUnited States
