The opportunity in front of investors is unlike anything we have ever seen because the size of the current wealth transfer is unprecedented in world history.
In theory, a group of leading companies serving a very large and growing market should also be a solid investment opportunity. Testing this theory using a look-back of the actual performance of a basket of leading Consumer Discretionary brands offers some proof to this thesis.
As we begin 2024, the state of the consumer is a great place to start. As dedicated consumer spending-focused investors, the state of the consumer is an important variable to understand.
Could there be a better core than the global consumption theme? Global consumer spending is 60% of the world’s $100 trillion GDP or $60 trillion per year.
Could there be a better core than the global consumption theme? Global consumer spending is 60% of the world’s $100 trillion GDP or $60 trillion per year.
Core allocations should be highly correlated to core themes around the globe. Global consumer spending is 60% of the world’s $100 trillion GDP or $60 trillion per year.
This week marks the beginning of a significant earnings season, with reports expected from several major companies including NFLX, ASML, JNJ, BA, MS, UNH, TSM, and GS.
While the first quarter's CPI prints this year were above expectations, one needs to 'look under the hood' to have a better view on inflation (where it was and where it is going).
Last week the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) released their latest ten-year budget projection. Significant deterioration in our fiscal outlook is visible with every release.