Monte Hyssop
of RBC Dominion Securities

Global and domestic headlines have put the focus squarely on U.S. sovereign assets. We look at what steps investors should take in this time of shifting economic messages.

Over the past decade, the S&P 500, which has historically been viewed as a balanced cross-section of the U.S. economy, has slowly transformed into a tech- and AI-dominated index. We believe this “Great Narrowing” should be top of mind for investors.

Last year saw positive market results despite many naysayers. Can this rally extend into 2026? In this article, we examine China’s policy stance, economic fundamentals, and equity market implications to find answers.