<div id="readability-page-1">International equities grabbed attention last year as they outpaced U.S. stocks, reversing the U.S. market’s long-standing dominance. The S&amp;P 500 returned nearly 18%, while developed international markets gained 32% and emerging markets rose 34%. The trend looks set to continue into 2026 and beyond. Investors are taking note, increasing their exposure to global markets. CNBC’s Sarah Min breaks down the key reasons many are looking beyond the U.S. market.</div>

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<p>International equities have gained attention as they outperformed U.S. stocks, with developed markets rising 32% and emerging markets 34% compared to the S&P 500's 18% return. This trend is expected to continue into 2026, prompting investors to increase their exposure to global markets. CNBC’s Sarah Min highlights the reasons behind this shift in focus from the U.S. market.</p>

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Why investors are looking beyond the US market