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The Most Valuable Hidden Gem: Investors Should Seek the Hybrid Approach

As the end of the third quarter quickly approaches, many market-moving events have started to challenge the frothy valuations not seen in over two decades. From China's regulatory stampede leading to Evergrande's liquidity squeeze to increased treasury yields, the overall market performance has seen some adverse catalysts.

Consumer Services Remain Our Favorite Investment Positions

The consumer goods category has largely been the driver of U.S. GDP over the last year, from a consumption perspective. Many of the best brands that dominate these industries have shown incredible resilience during difficult times and their stocks have performed very well. At this point, though, the wild tailwinds are likely now turning to headwinds from a year-over-year comparisons perspective and from a valuation perspective.

Consumer Services Remain Our Favorite Investment Positions

The consumer goods category has largely been the driver of U.S. GDP over the last year, from a consumption perspective. Many of the best brands that dominate these industries have shown incredible resilience during difficult times and their stocks have performed very well. At this point, though, the wild tailwinds are likely now turning to headwinds from a year-over-year comparisons perspective and from a valuation perspective.

Not What it Seems: The Double-Edged Sword of the New Consumer

As the third quarter slowly winds down, economic data announcements remain front page stories as the economy recalibrates amid the Delta variant. Even though labor markets and supply chains remain challenged with a less linear recovery and supply bottlenecks, the consumer price index (CPI), an inflation gauge, slowed its’ growth with the smallest gain in seven months as consumer prices increased only 0.3% (0.1% less than consensus).

Return Stacking: Strategies for Overcoming a Low Return Environment

Stretched valuations in many stock and bond markets are challenging investors to look farther afield to meet investor return targets. Many investors find themselves recommending portfolios that are uncomfortably far out along the risk curve, stretching for higher yields and increasing pro-cyclical asset exposure.

Nickel For Your Thoughts

Nickel and the various compounds derived from it are essential to modern manufacturing practices. Among nickel’s extensive virtues are its high melting point, its natural resistance to corruption, and the ease with which it can be combined with other elements to perform alloys.

Nickel For Your Thoughts

Nickel and the various compounds derived from it are essential to modern manufacturing practices. Among nickel’s extensive virtues are its high melting point, its natural resistance to corruption, and the ease with which it can be combined with other elements to perform alloys.

Why You Should Worry About Inflation

Hear Simon Lack discuss the top reasons why you should worry about inflation with some compelling charts.

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