US vs. global markets: Earnings may not be cause of growing divide
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Why it matters
US stocks are underperforming global markets in 2026, marking the worst start to a new trading year since 1995, with factors such as earnings being a potential contributor to this trend.
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Market impact analysis based on bearish sentiment with 80% confidence.
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Original source
US stocks (^DJI, ^IXIC, ^GSPC) are lagging behind global markets so far in 2026 year-to-date, signaling the worst start to a new trading year since 1995. Citi Wealth Chief Investment Officer Kate Moore sits down with Morning Brief Host Julie Hyman to explain the biggest factors driving this trend in the US market compared to the rest of the world, including Europe. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Morning Brief.
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Original article published by Yahoo Finance on February 18, 2026. Analysis and insights provided by AnalystMarkets AI.