Five reasons why global stock markets are surging | Nick Fletcher

Investors are picking up on positive signals coming from US, China and Europe, and easing tensions over North Korea

Global stock markets are at record highs, with the MSCI All Country World Index reaching a new peak on Monday and both the Dow Jones Industrial Average and the S&P 500 heading for uncharted territory once more. European and UK markets are also attracting investors again, although they are below their best levels owing to the strength of the euro and the pound making exports pricier. Here are five reasons why investors are buying into shares.