What's driving investors to look beyond the U.S.

International equities grabbed attention last year as they outpaced U.S. stocks, reversing the U.S. market’s long-standing dominance. The S&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.