Allspring Emerging Markets Equity Advantage Fund Q1 2026 Commentary
The Allspring Emerging Markets Equity Advantage Fund outperformed the MSCI Emerging Markets Index in the first quarter of 2026 despite global market volatility. Strong performance from holdings like Telefonica Brasil and Southern Copper Corp. contributed to gains, driven by solid earnings and rising copper prices. The fund manager remains positive on emerging markets due to favorable growth prospects, policy flexibility, and low investor exposure. Sector contributions came from financials, consumer staples, and consumer discretionary stocks.
- ▪The Allspring Emerging Markets Equity Advantage Fund outperformed the MSCI Emerging Markets Index (Net) for Q1 2026.
- ▪Telefonica Brasil contributed to returns after beating Q4 earnings expectations.
- ▪Southern Copper Corp. performed well due to record copper prices and a share re-rating.
- ▪Financials, consumer staples, and consumer discretionary sectors were key contributors to fund performance.
- ▪The fund manager is constructive on emerging markets, citing growth premiums and low investor positioning.
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