Q1 Market Update: A quarter defined by shifting momentum

  • Quarterly Market Update Q1 2026

Q1 Market Update: A quarter defined by shifting momentum

While a successful domestic political transition initially sparked a strong market rally and renewed business confidence, late-quarter global headwinds introduced significant volatility. The escalating US-Iran conflict and surging international oil prices disrupted global trade sentiment, leading to a market contraction that impacted overall quarterly performance.