A Promising Shift in Japan's Stock Market
This year, Japan's stock market has experienced a significant surge, leading money managers to believe that this rally could have staying power.
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A Broad Rally
In recent weeks, several under-the-radar sectors have been propelling the stock market higher, setting the stage for a test of their resilience. The S&P 500 has gained 21% this year, with tech giants and their AI ambitions fueling the first-half surge.
China's Weak Economy Gets A Boost
In an unprecedented move aimed at invigorating China's weakening economy and reviving a sluggish stock market, the People's Bank of China (PBOC) has rolled out a comprehensive set of policy measures.
Japan Is Back
The Topix Index in Japan has reached its highest level since August 1990, indicating the return of foreign investors. Year-to-date, the Tokyo Price Index has recorded a gain of over 6%.
Cheaper Valuations May Boost Stocks
In 2021, the S&P 500 gained 27%, capping a third year of double-digit gains. Stocks are still cheaper than a year ago: the S&P 500 is currently selling at 21 times analysts' estimated earnings for the next 12 months, down from 22.8 times at the end of 2020.