earnings

Affected by housing market

Europe appears to be in the twilight of the mid-cycle, with economic growth setting at a solid, sustainable pace.

Overseas investors returning

Selling stocks with good earnings upgrades

Support and attractive valuations could release the potential of commodity stocks

For some time, the equity market has benefitted from what has been termed a 'Goldilocks' environment.

Political issues remain

Over the past two years, emerging markets (EMs) have enjoyed a strong return to outperformance, driven by the first synchronised global growth episode since before the global financial crisis.

Stretched valuations

Value should emerge quickly