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UBS Global Wealth Management lifts S&P 500 target on strong consumer spending, AI demand

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UBS Global Wealth Management raised its 2026 year-end S&P 500 target to 7,900 from 7,500, citing resilient consumer spending and sustained demand for data center infrastructure. The revision implies a more constructive U.S. equity outlook, supported by AI-related capital spending and stronger-than-expected consumption. The note is positive for market sentiment, though it is an outlook update rather than a direct catalyst.

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UBS Global Wealth Management raised its 2026 year-end S&P 500 target to 7,900 from 7,500, citing resilient consumer spending and sustained demand for data center infrastructure. The revision implies a more constructive U.S. equity outlook, supported by AI-related capital spending and stronger-than-expected consumption. The note is positive for market sentiment, though it is an outlook update rather than a direct catalyst.

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