Group 1 - DWS's Chief Investment Officer Vincenzo Vedda expects an increase in bond prices in the US and Eurozone, leading to a decline in yields [1] - Weak US labor market data may prompt the Federal Reserve to consider early interest rate cuts, but it is premature to claim that US Treasuries have lost their appeal to international investors [1] - Ongoing uncertainties from US-Russia tensions and trade conflicts may lead the European Central Bank to further reduce interest rates [1] Group 2 - Current market sentiment is described as "cautiously optimistic in a high-risk era," with a more balanced distribution of leading stocks compared to previous years [1] - Despite high valuations in the US stock market, the performance of companies outside the technology and financial sectors in the S&P 500 may be disappointing [1] - High valuations in both stocks and corporate bonds indicate low tolerance for negative news, suggesting that asset prices could decline rapidly upon adverse developments [1]

Group 1 - Emerging market stocks have performed well this year, with the MSCI Emerging Markets Index rising approximately 15% [1] - DWS remains optimistic about the Chinese stock market, despite significant gains since early 2025, while being cautious about the Indian market due to high valuations [1] - DWS anticipates further downward adjustments in corporate earnings for Q2, although technology and financial companies may be less affected [1] Group 2 - European equities are still a preferred choice for DWS, with long-term potential driven by fiscal support and international capital inflows, despite ongoing political and geopolitical uncertainties [2] - The 10-year U.S. Treasury yield has recently increased but remains below early 2025 levels, with expectations of a slight rise to around 4.50% by June 2026 [2] - The U.S. dollar has depreciated approximately 13% against the euro, and DWS expects the dollar to remain weak due to the U.S. government's inclination towards a weaker dollar policy [2]