Thrivent International Equity Fund Q1 2026 Commentary
The Thrivent International Equity Fund outperformed its benchmark in the first quarter of 2026, driven by strong stock selection in developed market large-cap equities, but slightly underperformed over the trailing year. Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and rising energy prices influenced regional market performance. The fund benefited from exposure to regions gaining from higher energy demand, while volatility persisted across international markets. Macroeconomic shifts and energy price movements were key drivers of quarterly results.
- ▪The Thrivent International Equity Fund outperformed its benchmark index in Q1 2026.
- ▪The fund slightly underperformed its benchmark over the trailing one-year period.
- ▪Strong stock selection in developed country large-cap stocks contributed to quarterly gains.
- ▪Geopolitical conflict in the Middle East and rising energy prices shaped market trends.
- ▪Performance diverged across regions based on exposure to energy price movements.
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