BLS expects equities to lead financial marketsListen to this articlePhoto: 123RFGlobal financial markets are expected to continue gains in 2026, led by global equities as the earnings cycle and artificial intelligence (AI) investment reshape portfolio strategies, according to Bualuang Securities (BLS). Global equities also performed strongly, with the MSCI All Country World Index rising about 20%, while long-term global bonds gained around 7% as interest rates began to decline. Looking ahead, BLS expects positive returns to persist across most asset classes in 2026, though leadership is set to shift. Any move by Europe towards additional tariff measures would have implications for global trade flows, stated Mr Channarong. Several equity markets, led by the US and India, are projected to reach new highs in 2026, underpinned by easing financial conditions and resilient corporate earnings, he said.

Source: Bangkok Post January 13, 2026 00:05 UTC