Quarterly Summaries — Q2 2026

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# Q2 2026 Quarterly Market Summary Equity markets delivered mixed results in Q2 2026, with significant divergence between regions. European bourses showed relative resilience, with the FTSE 100 gaining 4.32% and the OMXH 25 climbing 3.71%. In contrast, US indices faced headwinds, with the S&P 500 declining 4.63% and the NASDAQ dropping 6.48%. Germany's DAX 40 registered the steepest losses at -6.84%, suggesting broader weakness across major continental markets. The quarter's volatility was driven by persistent inflation concerns, shifting central bank policy expectations, and geopolitical tensions affecting energy markets. Technology stocks bore the brunt of sell-offs in the US, while financial and energy sectors showed more relative strength in Europe. The performance gap between US and European markets reflects divergent economic outlooks and varying exposure to commodity-driven volatility. As markets head into Q3 2026, investors are monitoring upcoming corporate earnings, central bank communications, and macroeconomic data for signs of economic resilience. The significant regional disparity suggests that geographic diversification may continue to matter for portfolio outcomes in coming quarters.

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Index Performance (3 months)

Index	3-Month Change
OMXH 25 (Helsinki)	+3.71%
S&P 500	-4.63%
DAX 40	-6.84%
FTSE 100	+4.32%
NASDAQ	-6.48%

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