Market Update | April 2026

In April’s market update, Phillip Neuhart and Blake Taylor break down how global events—including the war in the Middle East—and rapid advances in artificial intelligence are shaping energy markets, inflation, and investor sentiment. Despite a sharp oil price shock and elevated geopolitical risk, U.S. equities have remained resilient, supported by strong corporate earnings and improving fundamentals. What might higher energy prices mean for consumers—and for economic growth in the months ahead? Phil and Blake also put today’s AI investment wave into historical context—from railroads and electrification to the rise of the internet. They explore why this surge matters, how quickly adoption is spreading across industries, and what this buildout could mean for productivity, corporate margins, and the labor market. For more information, visit https://www.firstcitizens.com/wealth/market-outlook/2026/making-sense-april-market-update.

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