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title: "Morgan Stanley Strategist Maintains Positive Outlook on Risk Assets for 2026"
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description: "Morgan Stanley strategist Serena Tang maintains a positive outlook on risk assets for 2026, reaffirming a mid-2027 S&P 500 target of 8,300. She noted that AI spending will continue to support investment, with a preference for U.S. equities over core fixed income."
datetime: "2026-05-20T13:38:42.000Z"
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# Morgan Stanley Strategist Maintains Positive Outlook on Risk Assets for 2026

Morgan Stanley strategist Serena Tang expressed a positive outlook on risk assets for the remainder of 2026. According to NS3.AI, Tang reaffirmed the bank's mid-2027 target for the S&P 500 at 8,300. She highlighted that AI spending is expected to continue bolstering investment. Morgan Stanley maintains a preference for U.S. equities over core fixed income.

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