Key Takeaways Despite macro and geopolitical worries, January momentum remains strong across equities.Small caps, momentum, semis and defense are early 2026 leaders amid AI and security spending.Healthcare stands out as a defensive but winning play as investors balance risks and safety.As the market has entered 2026, the S&P 500 is coming off a third straight year of returns well above its long-term annual average of roughly 10%.Investors entered 2026 with notable concerns.While GDP growth has accelerated a ...