June 1, 2026

May 2026 Returns and Asset Performance

Performance of Major Asset Classes May 2026 Introduction May returns reflected a more selective risk-on environment than April. U.S. equities extended their advance, but leadership narrowed as investors favored large-cap growth, momentum, and technology-related themes. The S&P 500 gained +5.3%, while the NASDAQ-100 surged +10.6%, driven by continued enthusiasm for […]