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Global equities rally 15% in Q2 2026 on strong earnings and AI innovation

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14 Sep 2026
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Global equities rally 15% in Q2 2026 on strong earnings and AI innovation

Global equities surged in the second quarter of 2026, with the MSCI ACWI Index gaining 15.06%, driven by strong corporate earnings, ongoing advancements in artificial intelligence, and easing geopolitical tensions. The Calamos fund returned nearly 25% on both NAV and market price, benefiting from strategic stock selection and a focus on information technology. At quarter-end, common stocks made up 61% of assets, with convertible securities at 21%, and leverage maintained at 30%, reflecting a balanced risk approach. This positive momentum suggests continued investor confidence in growth sectors and innovation.

The Calamos Global Dynamic Income Fund Q2 2026 commentary provides insight into recent market dynamics. For readers following the Financials sector, here is Pluang's market snapshot as of Sep 15, 2026 09:02 WIB: of 74 priced Financials-sector US stocks tradable on Pluang, 33 rose and 41 fell today. Notable movers include AVAT at USD 1.05 (+3.45%), BCS at USD 25.84 (-3.24%), and MS at USD 207.51 (-3.20%).

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