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Case for International Equities Strengthens as AI Spending Drives U.S. Market

National Trade News policy desk (2026-08-19): The prolonged zero-interest-rate environment that provided massive tailwinds for U.S. markets is shifting as central banks adjust policy and global interest… Primary source: original at ETF Trends (etftrends.com).

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Case for International Equities Strengthens as AI Spending Drives U.S. Market

The prolonged zero-interest-rate environment that provided massive tailwinds for U.S. markets is shifting as central banks adjust policy and global interest rates normalize. Global capital costs are rebalancing, creating a compelling backdrop for investors to reevaluate international equities. This is particularly important as U.S. equities are becoming increasingly reliant on AI spending. Key Takeaways Non-U.S. [...]

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