Dollar weakness was a major catalyst for global stocks, says BFG Wealth's Peter Boockvar

CNBC Television | February 09, 2026 at 09:00 PM UTC
Bullish 85% Confidence
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Key Points

  • US market cap dominance reached post-WWII highs, exceeding its share of global GDP, signaling a potential pendulum swing.
  • Dollar weakness in the past year acted as a significant catalyst for the outperformance of non-US stocks.
  • Investors are diversifying beyond the 'Magnificent 7' US tech stocks, seeking opportunities in undervalued international markets.
  • Geopolitical factors like trade wars have prompted other countries to deregulate and pursue trade deals, stimulating their economies.

AI Summary

Peter Boockvar discusses the shift in global equity markets, highlighting the extreme dominance of US stocks post-WWII and the subsequent rotation into international markets. He attributes this to dollar weakness, attractive valuations abroad, and other countries' efforts to boost their economies and forge new trade relationships, suggesting this trend will continue.

Model Analysis Breakdown

Model Sentiment Confidence
Gemini 2.5 Flash Bullish 85%
Consensus Bullish 85%