Where could equity and bond markets be headed next in the face of an increasingly challenging fiscal backdrop? Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions and trade policy uncertainty, global equity markets have continued to post gains this quarter, reflecting improving investor optimism and a rebound in risk appetite. To what extent could this more positive market sentiment drive returns throughout the rest of the year?
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