Keysight Technologies contributed to the fund’s outperformance in Q1 2026 as AI infrastructure demand offset broader market declines.
Keysight Technologies (KEYS) bolstered the Janus Henderson Global Sustainable Equity Fund’s Q1 2026 performance, which returned -3.07% versus the MSCI World Index’s -3.57%. Strong stock selection in IT, particularly AI-linked firms, drove relative gains despite broader volatility tied to geopolitical tensions and AI disruption fears.
The fund’s minimal energy exposure weighed on results, though energy was the sole sector to post positive returns. AI infrastructure demand remained a key tailwind, contrasting with underperformance in holdings vulnerable to AI-related disruption.
Janus Henderson emphasized long-term themes, including pricing power and durable franchises, to navigate market swings. Keysight’s role in communications and aerospace testing positioned it as a standout contributor.