NASDAQ:FIRE News 7 January 2026

January 25, 2026, 1:14 PM EST. Investment experts advise caution as markets enter 2026 with a mixed outlook. While international stocks showed strong returns last year, aided by attractive valuations and a weak U.S. dollar, their edge may persist but is not guaranteed. The U.S. market's performance hinges largely on the pace of the artificial intelligence (AI) sector rebound, with key tech giants lagging. Valuations in the U.S. remain higher than overseas, suggesting that investors should pursue a diversified portfolio. In Canada, natural resources like gold and oil, alongside financial stocks, remain prominent but carry valuation risks. Opportunities may be limited by unclear drivers for oil prices and stretched precious metals. Overall, experts urge investors to assess sector fundamentals and global conditions carefully.