CZThe first half of 2026 saw significant market fluctuations, but stocks largely outperformed other asset classes. U.S. equities, particularly technology companies and firms investing in artificial intelligence, drove strong returns, with major indices like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq achieving their best quarter since 2020. European stocks also performed well, with the STOXX Europe 600 gaining over 10% amid reduced geopolitical tensions. However, bond markets remained volatile due to uncertainty around inflation and interest rate changes. In the Czech Republic, pension funds benefited from this trend, especially dynamic funds heavily invested in equities. These funds, which allocate the highest proportion of assets to stocks, saw some reach returns above 12%, outperforming other fund types.
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