Asia’s Financial Turning Point

Sunday, January 4, 2026
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For years, global markets were dominated by narratives of American exceptionalism and the AI-driven rally on Wall Street. In 2025, however, the story changed. Asian markets broadly outperformed their Western counterparts, signaling a historic turning point. From sustained gains across equities to strategic shifts in investor sentiment, the region emerged as a central engine of global financial growth. For Altair Media Asia, understanding the forces behind this shift is crucial as we look toward 2026.

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