MSCI World vs. Global Composite PMI

MSCI World vs. Global Composite PMI Global stock markets are very optimistic, as soft and hard indicators suggest that the global slowdown may have bottomed out. Image: Morgan Stanley Research

MSCI World Growth Index vs. MSCI World Value Index

MSCI World Growth Index vs. MSCI World Value Index Over the past decade, global value stocks have remained in the shadow, while the sun has shone on global growth stocks. Image: Financial Times

MSCI World Index Valuation at Cycle Peaks and Troughs

MSCI World Index Valuation at Cycle Peaks and Troughs On average, the MSCI World Index currently trades at a price-to-earnings ratio that has marked cyclical peaks in the stock market over the past 50 years. Image: Charles Schwab

Global Manufacturing PMI and MSCI World Index

Global Manufacturing PMI and MSCI World Index The chart shows a pretty good correlation between Global Manufacturing PMI and the MSCI World Index. Stocks and PMI tend to move together. Image: Charles Schwab

Largest Contributors to the YTD Change in NTM EPS for MSCI AC World

Largest Contributors to the YTD Change in NTM EPS for MSCI AC World Most of the Technology sector’s positive earnings revisions have come from its more cyclical areas, particularly semiconductors and related hardware. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research