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State of play for investments in 2026

Over the next five years, structural supertrends are expected to intertwine and influence strategic decisions on how to allocate capital, manage risks and identify growth opportunities.

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    • The structural anchor to building robust, resilient portfolios is best achieved through a strategic asset allocation optimised to focus on diversification.
    • The structural anchor to building robust, resilient portfolios is best achieved through a strategic asset allocation optimised to focus on diversification. ILLUSTRATION: PIXABAY

    Jean Chia

    Published Tue, Dec 9, 2025 · 02:25 PM

    IN 2026, the sporting world will welcome a host of landmark global events including the Fifa World Cup and Tour de France in the summer, followed by the Commonwealth Games and Winter Olympics.

    For investors, participating in the capital markets will not be a spectator sport. Instead, preparedness, strategy and agility will be the state of play for the year ahead.

    A few pivotal questions will shape the playbook for the 2026 global investment outlook.

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