January / February  2020 Economic Outlook

The global economy has slowed and become more divergent. The fundamentals in the U.S. remain strong, but we expect growth to gradually slow back to trend over the next several quarters as the impact of recent fiscal stimulus fades.

While the global economy is slowing, the markets have enjoyed the benefits of easy money and stock buy-backs. Investors will want to keep an eye on the strength or weaknesses of corporate earnings. Since optimism may help keep markets buoyant, savvy investors will be inspired to prepare now for what’s next. Strategies should include the good, the bad, and the unforeseen.

The Investor’s Advantage Risk-O-Meter reflects the company’s overall opinion on the economy and the stock market.  Leading indicators include the US Economic Outlook, Monetary Policy, Fiscal Policy, Leading Indexes, Global Economic Outlook, Corporate Profit Growth, Inflation, Equity Market Valuation, and Geopolitical Risk.

Do you know how much risk your portfolio and retirement accounts are taking? Understanding the risk of the economy and how it relates to your money is crucial. However, this means nothing if your investments aren’t designed around YOUR risk tolerance and YOUR financial goals. We’ve partnered with the fantastic folks at Riskalyze to offer a free tool that pinpoints your Risk Number so that you may informatively guide your portfolios asset allocation.

The information presented does not involve the rendering of personalized investment, financial, legal or tax advice.  This information is not an offer to buy or sell, or a solicitation.