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Q2 Webinar Recap

Written by Jeff Brown | July, 2017

 

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The global economy continues to show signs of expansion and the US economy is currently showing little threat of a recession.  Because of this, our portfolios remain overweight equities – primarily overweight US large cap equities and diversified international equities. Here are our key takeaways from Stratos Private Wealth’s most recent Market Outlook Webinar:

  • Pros: With a solid global economic outlook, we believe strong earnings growth supports the bull market.  The potential for corporate tax reform also bodes well for equity prices going forward.
  • Cons:  A higher than average political partisan conflict could weigh on investments and economic growth.  The Trump fiscal stimulus, including tax reform and an infrastructure spending plan has been delayed.  This may act to drag on economic growth.

Our strategy for the remainder of 2017: Remain flexible.  We will continue to closely monitor our indicators to dictate the best course of action based on the weight of the evidence.

The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. All performance referenced is historical and is no guarantee of future results. All indices are unmanaged and may not be invested into directly.

Economic forecasts set forth may not develop as predicted and there can be no guarantee that strategies promoted will be successful.

   Stratos Private Wealth is a division through which Stratos Wealth Partners, Ltd. markets wealth management services. Investment advisory services offered through Stratos Wealth Partners, Ltd., a registered investment adviser.  Stratos Wealth Partners and its affiliates do not provide tax, legal, or accounting advice. This material has been prepared for informational purposes only; and is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, tax, legal, or accounting advice. You should consult your own tax, legal, and accounting advisors before engaging in any transaction. Content in this material is for general information only and not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual.  To determine which strategies or investments may be suitable for you, consult the appropriate qualified professional prior to making a decision.  Investing involves risk including possible loss of principal. Some of the information contained herein has been obtained from third party sources which are reasonably believed to be reliable, but we cannot guarantee its accuracy or completeness. The information should not be regarded as a complete analysis of the subjects discussed.
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