Barclays increased its year-end 2026 S&P 500 target to 7,800 from 7,650, driven by a stronger earnings outlook for U.S. companies. The bank raised its 2026 earnings-per-share estimate to $337, expecting about 21% annual growth from 2025. Despite trimming valuation multiples due to AI spending uncertainties, Barclays remains constructive on equities but warns that earnings growth and AI investments must support gains as Federal Reserve rate cut expectations fade. Risks include inflation, tighter Fed policies, and slowing consumer spending, while sector ratings were adjusted with Financials downgraded and Healthcare upgraded to neutral.

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Barclays raises 2026 S&P 500 target to 7,800 on stronger earnings outlook despite inflation and rate concerns

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