Ausbiz – Is it time to take some risk off the table?
In 2023, I’ve seen a cautious start turn into a resilient market rally. Global inflation peaked, impacting innovative growth stocks and overall economic growth. Jerome Powell’s confidence in a gradual economic slowdown shifts recession views, yet risks remain including exuberant rallies, job concerns, and potential negative earnings growth triggering investor profit-taking. The tight margin between corporate bond yields and the Fed Funds rate raises worries of a market sell-off. Amidst this, I spot potential in small-cap opportunities and foresee a shift from the current disinflation and growth narrative. Watch the Interview: Is it time to take some risk off the table?
Roger Montgomery is the Founder and Chairman of Montgomery Investment Management. Roger has over three decades of experience in funds management and related activities, including equities analysis, equity and derivatives strategy, trading and stockbroking. Prior to establishing Montgomery, Roger held positions at Ord Minnett Jardine Fleming, BT (Australia) Limited and Merrill Lynch.
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