Summary
- The first quarter of 2025 saw a rise in volatility as markets adjust to abrupt policy changes in the US.
- Stock selection in Japan added value in the Fund, while stock selection in Europe and exposure in Canada dragged the performance for the quarter.
- For the year, the Fund saw poor performance in some regions, notably Canada, offset modest positive performance in other regions.
Performance factors
The first quarter of 2025 saw a rise in volatility as markets adjust to abrupt policy changes in the US. While driven by events in the US, the effects were felt worldwide across nearly all assets and

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