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At-a-Glance Summary
Global Economy
European economic data came in better than expected in Q3 2026, recovering after taking a hit from the energy price spike in the first half of the year. Parts of Asia and emerging markets faced moderating economic growth, helped by high-tech manufacturing but weighed down by elevated energy prices, high inflation, and real estate headwinds.
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U.S. Equities
The combined market capitalization of the top five stocks in the S&P 500® index accounted for approximately 30% of its total market capitalization at the end of September, with the communication services and information technology sectors representing roughly 50% of the index when combined.
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International Equities
The international equity backdrop remains supportive, driven by attractive valuations versus U.S. stocks and solid earnings growth. Valuations of Emerging Markets stocks appear attractive, but earnings expectations are elevated.
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U.S. Fixed Income
The U.S. Federal Reserve raised short-term interest rates for the first time since 2023, facing sticky inflation, resilient economic growth, fiscal concerns, elevated oil prices, and globally higher term premiums on bonds.
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