Equity Market Outlook Q1 2026
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BlackRock5.07K FollowersFollow5ShareSavePlay(21min)CommentsSummaryWill big AI spending achieve ample return on investment?AI remains a defining force in equity markets, but its influence is taking shape in new and sometimes unexpected ways.AI-powered U.S. stocks were top headline gatherers in 2025 but not top performers on the global stage.We believe Europe, Japan and emerging markets show promising prospects in 2026 - and aren’t reliant on AI momentum for stock market success. ToucanStudios/E+ via Getty Images By Carrie King & Raffaele Savi Global equity markets are on pace to deliver a third consecutive year of double-digit returns in 2025, even as the path has been marked by some sharp swings alongThis article was written byBlackRock5.07K FollowersFollowBlackRock’s purpose is to help more and more people experience financial well-being. As a fiduciary to investors and a leading provider of financial technology, we help millions of people build savings that serve them throughout their lives by making investing easier and more affordable.