×
×
×
×
×

Tell us once and we'll remember.

I'm an...

Don't worry, you can always change this selection using the icons at the top left of the site.
  
data?.title

Midyear Outlook: What Wall of Worry?

June 8, 2026

ClearBridge Investments · Midyear Outlook: What Wall of Worry? Jeff Schulze and Josh Jamner dive deep into the market's resilience amid geopolitical tensions and energy price spikes. They explore how AI-driven productivity gains, robust earnings growth, and evolving Fed policy are shaping investment opportunities while examining the sustainability of current market strength through the second half of the year.

Related Perspectives

Expanding Opportunities Across International Markets
PMs Andrew Mathewson and Michael Testorf highlight AI leadership, attractive valuations and the benefits of a quality growth approach in non-U.S. equity markets.
Panning for Fresh Sources of Growth
International Growth EAFE 1Q26: We see a better setup for the Strategy as growth’s valuation premium narrows and we reposition into newer areas of growth outside technology.
Ramping Up Activity Amid Shifting Growth Trends
International Growth ACWI ex-US 1Q26: We see a better setup for the Strategy as we reposition into newer areas of growth in Japan, semiconductors and energy-related plays.
Participating Well in Value Tailwinds
International Value 4Q25: A broadening global rally and record value dispersion reinforced the case for disciplined international value investing as markets enter a more balanced 2026.
Looking Through Fog of War to Secular Opportunities
International Value 1Q26: International value proved resilient, outperforming growth and holding up better than U.S. markets despite geopolitical shocks.
More
  • Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Copyright © 2026 ClearBridge Investments. All opinions and data included in this commentary are as of the publication date and are subject to change. The opinions and views expressed herein are of the author and may differ from other portfolio managers or the firm as a whole, and are not intended to be a forecast of future events, a guarantee of future results or investment advice. This information should not be used as the sole basis to make any investment decision. The statistics have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but the accuracy and completeness of this information cannot be guaranteed. Neither ClearBridge Investments, LLC  nor its information providers are responsible for any damages or losses arising from any use of this information.

more