Global Stocks Near Record High Sets Stage for Further Gains

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By Abhishek Vishnoi and Hoi Yuet Woo

June 2, 2025 at 10:56 PM EDT

Updated on

June 3, 2025 at 1:57 AM EDT

Global equities are edging close to an all-time high, with some analysts forecasting further upside supported by dip-buying activity.

The MSCI All Country World Index is only 0.5% away from surpassing the record close of 887.72 set on Feb. 18. The gauge has rebounded 19% from a low in April after President Donald Trump’s tariff announcement.