Webinar: Star Performers 2025

2025 was anything but ordinary. From tariff-driven volatility and geopolitical flashpoints in the Middle East to the relentless surge in AI-driven investment, markets have kept investors on their toes. Equities delivered strong returns, powered by technology and a rebound in cyclical sectors, while bond markets wrestled with diverging yield trends. Meanwhile, gold had its best year since the 1970s, and private credit continued its rapid expansion.

Published: 18 Jan 2026

So, what does 2026 hold?

Will easing monetary policy and fiscal tailwinds revive global growth—or will inflation risks, AI-driven volatility, and continued geopolitical tensions dominate the narrative?

At our recent Star Performers Webinar, John Deehan was joined by:

Amber Gleeson, Aviva Investors
Philip Byrne, Cantor Fitzgerald
Stephen Rice, Aviva Life & Pensions Ireland

The panel explored:

Key drivers behind strong fund performance in 2025
The outlook for 2026: tariffs, tech, and tailwinds
How these themes shape positioning for our most popular funds

CPD does not apply to playback.

Watch playback here

JavaScript is required to use features on this page, but is not currently available; please try again.

Transcript for video Playback - Star Performers 2025 webinar (no CPD for watching webinar) Show more Show less

To follow

Speakers

Philip Byrne

CIO – Head of Equity Investments
Cantor Fitzgerald Asset Management

Amber Gleeson

Investment Specialist
Aviva Life & Pensions Ireland

Stephen Rice

Propositions Lead
Aviva Life & Pensions Ireland

Presenter

John Deehan

Investment Sales Manager
Aviva Life & Pensions Ireland

About Us

Find out everything about Aviva and what we do

With Aviva, you can save for the future and manage the risks of everyday life.

Around the world, Aviva provides 20.5 million customers with insurance, wealth & retirement products. We have operations in the UK, Ireland and Canada.