Attached is the Maridea Quarterly Market Update for the first quarter of 2026. This report offers a snapshot of key trends shaping the current economic and market landscape. Here are the takeaways for this quarter:
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S&P 500 down -4.3% in Q1, but diversified and smaller-cap stocks held up better amid March volatility.
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Oil surged +70%, fueling inflation concerns and removing expectations for Fed rate cuts.
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Manufacturing shows growth, while AI-driven tech shifts underline the value of diversification.
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Middle East developments, oil prices, and upcoming inflation data will guide markets in Q2; earnings remain strong.
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