Investing.com - World stock markets hit their highest ever levels on Thursday boosted by optimism over the global economy
MSCI’s World Index, which tracks shares in 46 markets, climbed over its previous high set in 2015 to hit 444.29 points for the first time
The surge came after US markets hit new record highs for the fifth day in a row, driven by banks and financials
Hopes for faster growth and higher inflation have galvanized markets
Bets that President Trump will deliver on pledges for tax reform and infrastructure spending have also propelled markets higher