MSCI AC World Calendar Year Returns vs. Intra-Year Declines Despite median intra-year drops of 15%, the global equity index ended positively in 34 of the past 45 years—highlighting the value of long-term investing over reacting to short-term volatility. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research
MSCI AC World – Bear Market Rallies Since the 1980s, there have been 19 global bear market rallies, lasting 44 days on average with MSCI AC World returns of 10–15%. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research
Performance – S&P 500 Index – MSCI All Country World Excluding United States Index U.S. stocks have outperformed global markets 70% of the time over the past 35 years. However, current conditions point to continued challenges in 2025 unless catalysts like stronger economic growth or tariff resolutions emerge. Image: Bloomberg
Valuation – MSCI World 12-Month Forward PE The current global stock market valuation, with a 12-month forward P/E ratio of 17.2, is relatively high compared to its 20-year median. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research
Valuation – 12-Month Forward P/E Ranges (MSCI Regions) Despite the market sell-off, the S&P 500 continues to trade significantly above its 20-year historical median. These elevated valuations may increase the risk of lower returns in the future. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research
MSCI Ex-US Developed World Stock Price Index Relative to MSCI US Stock Price Index vs. US Real Dollar Index There is often an inverse relationship between the U.S. dollar and international stock markets, meaning that a peak in the dollar could make international stocks more appealing to investors. Image: Paulsen Perspectives
Global Recession Probability Model vs. MSCI ACWI NDR’s Global Recession Probability Model is at its lowest level in nearly four years, signaling a positive outlook for global equities. Image: Ned Davis Research
DXY U.S. Dollar Index vs. Nasdaq Composite / MSCI World Value Over the past two years, U.S. growth stocks—known for their sensitivity to currency fluctuations—have exhibited a strong correlation with the U.S. dollar. Image: Gavekal, Macrobond
Global Stocks – MSCI ACWI Index Global stocks, driven by strong bullish momentum, have broken trend resistance, potentially paving the way for further gains in the near term. Image: Bloomberg
MSCI World Performance vs. U.S. Dollar Index Typically, the relationship between the U.S. dollar’s strength and global equities is significant. A weaker U.S. dollar tends to support global equities, while a stronger dollar generally puts downward pressure on them. Image: J.P. Morgan
MSCI World EPS The decline in MSCI AC World EPS consensus estimates for 2025 reflects a cautious stance among analysts as they navigate an uncertain economic landscape marked by slower growth and sector-specific challenges. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research