Yahoo Finance Tech·2 min read

Daily Spotlight: Global Stocks Still Offer Value

U.S. stocks remain pricier than global counterparts.

Despite challenges from higher interest rates and geopolitical conflicts, U.S. stocks continue to be more expensive than global stocks, with a trailing P/E ratio of 27 compared to the global average of 18. This disparity persists even as global stocks have shown strong returns in 2025-2026, highlighting the ongoing preference for U.S. securities due to their market transparency and liquidity.

Key Takeaways

  • 1.

    The trailing P/E ratio for the S&P 500 is 27, compared to the global average of 18.

  • 2.

    Current dividend yield for the S&P 500 is 1.1%, while the global average is 2.5%.

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