Value’s comeback: What drove it – and will it last?

After a turbulent 2025, value stocks staged a strong rebound in the second half of the year. What drove this shift—and can it last into 2026?

In his latest video, Dougal Maple-Brown joins Dean McLelland, CFA, to explore why stretched valuations snapped back, how market favourites like CBA, Wesfarmers and CSL have repriced, and the influence interest rates may have on returns in the year ahead.

His outlook for FY2026? It won’t be all smooth sailing – but there are opportunities for those ready to position strategically.