Trump retreats.markets advance.

Our view on the markets and investment strategy in the June 2025 Market Compass.

Highlights Include

Trump’s softer tone – but for how long?

US President Trump softened his tone in May, offering temporary tariff relief with China and the EU—yet by month-end, trade rhetoric picked up again, leaving investors cautious.

Tech shines amid volatility

Large-cap Silicon Valley names delivered a strong performance in May, with Meta Platforms (+17.9%) and Microsoft (+16.7%) leading the charge. Tesla (+22.8%) rebounded after Elon Musk shifted focus back to operations. Apple, however, lagged the group, ending May down 5.5%—a reminder that selectivity matters.

China’s auto market in focus

A slowdown in Chinese growth is weighing on EV demand, with BYD cutting prices by up to 35%. The stock fell 15.6% in late May, underscoring the risks tied to China’s economic cycle.

Share buybacks support equities

US companies with regular buyback programs have historically outperformed the broader market. We explain why and how this trend could continue to support US equity markets, despite near-term uncertainty.

Positioning for volatility

We maintain a slightly underweight allocation in equities, favoring quality and balanced sector exposure. We remain neutral on gold, seeing potential to add exposure on pullbacks, and continue to emphasize high-quality bonds as a hedge.

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