07/21/2026
Markets faced plenty of turbulence in the first half of 2026, from an oil spike and geopolitical conflict to persistent inflation and sharp swings in stocks.
Still, earnings expectations climbed, AI investment accelerated, and the S&P 500 finished the first six months up 10.2%.
The 2026 Midyear Outlook looks at what may keep supporting markets and what could interrupt the ride.
Get the full second-half market read: https://ow.ly/6nKT50ZqOP9