- BMO says “Goldilocks” markets are over — expect a policy-led era of higher rates, stubborn inflation and tighter liquidity that supports the dollar and carry trades.
- Equities remain the standout: Nasdaq (+16% YTD) and Japan (+34% YTD) are leading, with growth and AI themes in favor.
- Traditional safe havens are fading (gold, Treasuries, bitcoin down) while commodities tied to electrification and geopolitics — lithium (+82%), natural gas (+43%), oil (+23%) — are outperforming.
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