A Turbulent but Resilient 2025. What Lies Ahead in 2026?
2025 proved to be a turbulent but ultimately resilient year for global markets. Trade tensions unsettled investors early on, while attention later shifted to the rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI), growing government debt, and changing global dynamics. Market leadership broadened, with value stocks outperforming growth and stronger returns coming from Europe and emerging markets.
Key themes included tariff-driven volatility, heavy AI investment, rising bond yields due to fiscal expansion, a weaker US dollar that dampened euro-based returns on US assets, and a surge in gold and silver as investors sought safe havens.
Looking ahead, expectations for 2026 point to moderate global growth and further equity upside, though with notable regional differences. AI and technology are likely to remain central market drivers, while policy uncertainty, geopolitical risks, and elevated valuations mean volatility may persist. Diversification and disciplined risk management will remain as important as ever.
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