Higher economic growth does not necessarily lead to higher equity market returns and vice versa. I have written about this concept many times before. So it is wise not to invest in the equities of a country just because the economy is growing strongly. Over the past three decades or so, China and India have …
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The S&P 500 is down just over 16% so far this year as of Nov 25th. The index was down much more earlier in the ongoing bear market. From June thru mid-August stocks recovered only to plunge again. So wise investors are cautiously waiting if the current rise from October will stand. Many market participants …
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Global equity markets have been volatile this year with most being mostly down. In the commodity markets, its been a similar story with some shining while others falling year-to-date. For example, energy- related commodities such as crude oil, natural gas and coal have been big winners. Even Uranium had one of the best years. The …
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