GIC Posts Worst Five-Year Return Since 2013; US Still Top Market

GIC reported its lowest five-year annualized return in more than a decade, citing that its earlier risk reduction limited upside and that bond holdings did not fully rebound. The setback suggests weaker performance from fixed-income exposure versus prior expectations, with a cautious posture implied going forward.

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GIC reported its lowest five-year annualized return in more than a decade, citing that its earlier risk reduction limited upside and that bond holdings did not fully rebound. The setback suggests weaker performance from fixed-income exposure versus prior expectations, with a cautious posture implied going forward.