9 February 2026
Mark Lister
It was a very volatile week for markets, with a strong rebound on Friday flattering returns from many asset classes and masking some of the weakness.
Growth stocks have been hit hardest, with the software sector in particular facing a sharp sell-off.
We’ve also seen big moves in precious metals and crypto.
Which asset classes have been most resilient amidst the volatility, and what should investors be watching in the coming days?



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