What is the Fed up to? Looking ahead: Manulife sets the stage for the next quarter
The fed has just raised rates for the 1st time in a decade, signalling is shift in stance. What does it mean?
1) The fed shift usually brings increased equity markets in the following year, but with increased volatility.
2) One of the biggest risks for 2016 is a misstep by the fed with the uncertainty they face.
3) Expect similar markets and volatility for 2016 as 2015.
4) Defensive position in both equity and fixed income is our strategy at this time.
The theme is still that of uncertainty in the global market and clients should look to be defensive and cautious. Manulife Investments is well positioned with our line-up of managers to be the solution to the concerns clients may have.
If you did not get a chance to listen to the call with our panel, here is replay of the Fed Matters Call.
(Download MP3 attachment here)
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Donald Sutton | District Vice President | Retail Wealth Sales | Manulife Investments
| Attachment | Size | Type |
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| Fed Call Dec 17th.mp3 | 1.88 MB | audio/mpeg |