During the first half of , global equity funds experienced significant volatility, characterized by heavy outflows in March followed by a recovery in April as geopolitical tensions shifted. Recent Market Performance (April 2026)

The "weekly outflows" referenced earlier in the year were particularly severe in March.

: Investors initially fled to safe havens due to an oil supply shock and fears of "higher-for-longer" interest rates.

: Global equity funds saw a fourth successive weekly inflow of $31.26 billion in the week ending April 15, 1.3.2]. Regional Surges :

World Economic Outlook, April 2026: Global Economy in the Shadow of War

: Attracted $18.41 billion as sentiment improved.