Market Matters: February 28, 2025
Global bonds rallied, outpacing equity markets as concerns mounted that a change in global trade dynamics would weigh on economic growth.
Global bonds rallied, outpacing equity markets as concerns mounted that a change in global trade dynamics would weigh on economic growth.
This publication presents manager performance for 37 asset classes and substrategies, showing the median, mean, and key percentiles of return. Relevant indexes for each asset class are also included to provide market context.
Most risk assets enjoyed strong returns in the calendar year (CY) ended December 31, 2024. US equities led on better-than-expected economic data and AI-related growth.
Global equities advanced in January as cooling inflation and US tariff delays catalyzed a risk rally in the second half of the month.
No, we believe the long-term investment thesis on the energy transition remains intact.
Global equities advanced in Q4 as performance diverged among regions.
We expect public infrastructure equities to perform similarly to developed market equities in 2025, propelled by supportive regulations for energy transition and strong demand for power infrastructure to fuel AI. While we believe US REITs should underperform US equities, US private real estate funds raised in 2025 should generate above-average returns, benefiting from distressed deals and solid fundamentals.
Global equities advanced as performance diverged among regions. US stocks surged to new all-time highs, whereas developed markets (DM) ex US peers lagged, and emerging markets (EM) shares declined.
This publication presents manager performance for 37 asset classes and substrategies, showing the median, mean, and key percentiles of return. Relevant indexes for each asset class are also included to provide market context.
Despite alarming headlines about rising US debt, investors should resist making drastic portfolio changes. While an immediate crisis appears unlikely, the risk could increase if the United States fails to manage its debt effectively. Therefore, reviewing potential portfolio adjustments at the margin that might enhance future returns is prudent.