Commentary

International Small Cap Strategy

September 30, 2024

International equities finished higher during the third quarter, with 9 of 11 GICS sectors posting positive returns. The financials and industrials sectors were the strongest contributors to international market returns, while the energy and information technology sectors were the sole detractors. By country, Canada and Japan contributed most to market performance, while Denmark and the Netherlands detracted.

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