equity-markets

Tech Giants Stumble as Value and Cyclical Sectors Surge in 2026

The first quarter of 2026 has witnessed a dramatic shift in U.S. equity markets, with investors rotating away from mega-cap technology stocks toward value and cyclical sectors. The Russell 2000 Value Index outperformed large-cap growth by 14 percentage points through February, while Energy and Materials sectors posted their strongest start in over a decade.