Report published May 21, 2026

Weekly Regional View: Navigating the Breakdown of Asset Correlations

UBS · May 21, 2026

The report highlights a breakdown in the historical negative correlation between bond yields and equity markets, with stocks rising despite inflation and yield pressures. UBS maintains an 'Attractive' view on global equities while favoring diversification and quality bonds.

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Key Takeaways

1.The traditional negative correlation between bond yields and equities has broken down; equities are reaching new highs despite rising yields and slowing growth.
2.Elevated yields on quality bonds (short and intermediate term) represent a buying opportunity as markets overprice potential rate hikes in the euro area and the US labor market softens.
3.Global equities remain 'Attractive' over the medium term, driven by AI investment, but investors should diversify beyond megacap technology names.

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Report data

Visual representation of the breakdown in correlation between yields and equities

Metric	Estimate	Context
10-year US Treasury Yield	4.6%	Levels not seen since late 2007
US GDP Growth Forecast 2026	2.1%	Dropped from 2.6%
S&P 500 Q1 Earnings Growth	15%	year over year
US Unemployment Rate	4.3%	ticked up