Insights
“We obviously cannot predict what the markets will do in the near term, but what we can do is look at fundamentals, and fundamentals still look favorable for international and emerging markets. Even though non-U.S. equities have gone up this year, valuations still look much more attractive compared to valuations in the U.S., especially now that the U.S. markets have had a rally in the second quarter.”
Hyung Kim, Portfolio Manager and Senior Research Analyst provides an update on the performance of the International Small Cap strategy and shares his market outlook. Listen to his most recent episode where Hyung recaps market activity during 2Q 2025, with a focus on:
- How non-U.S. equities have performed year-to-date relative to their U.S. counterparts
- Primary contributors and detractors to the International Small Cap strategy performance
- Perspectives on the durability of the rally in international and emerging markets equities
- A historical lens on the U.S. dollar’s current value today versus the past
For more insights, read our 2Q 2025 Commentary or subscribe to KayneCast where we provide the latest updates from the KAR Investment Team on our investment strategies.
Kaynecast is available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
This information is being provided by Kayne Anderson Rudnick Investment Management, LLC (“KAR”) for illustrative purposes only. Information contained in this material is not intended by KAR to be interpreted as investment advice, a recommendation or solicitation to purchase securities, or a recommendation of a particular course of action and has not been updated since the date of the material, and KAR does not undertake to update the information presented should it change. This information is based on KAR’s opinions at the time of the recording of this material and are subject to change based on market activity. There is no guarantee that any forecasts made will come to pass. KAR makes no warranty as to the accuracy or reliability of the information contained herein. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.
