BlackRock International Fund posts Q4 gains amid sector headwinds. The fund delivered 4.09% returns for institutional shares in the fourth quarter of 2025, though it underperformed its benchmark due to weak stock selection in industrials, materials, and technology sectors. SK Hynix emerged as a performance driver, benefiting from sustained memory chip demand in artificial intelligence infrastructure. Conversely, Sony's position weakened as rising memory chip costs pressured margin expectations following its extended rally. Looking ahead, fund managers anticipate broader economic expansion throughout 2026, supported by a strengthening trajectory toward a weaker U.S. dollar and declining bond yields, which could reshape international investment dynamics.
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