LPL Financial's Weekly Market Performance – Markets Lower Amid Geopolitical Concerns as 10-Year Yield Increases... #LPLFinancial #marketperformance #weeklymarketupdate #financialadvisor #financialprofessionals

Global Alternative Smart Alpha experienced a positive month in April, showing a gain of +1.78%. This contributes to a strong year-to-date performance of +5.69% in 2024 versus 4.08% for the MSCI World Equity Index. Despite economic challenges, inflation remains a concern, impacting market expectations and fixed-income yields globally. Volatility increased across various sectors (for example, the VIX index rose from 13% to 15.7%), with notable declines in major indices (S&P 500 -4.7%, EuroStoxx -2.9%). Geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties continue to influence investment decisions. Our strategic adjustments (Global Macro +1%, CTA +1%, Equity Hedge -1%, Market Neutral -1%) reflect a proactive approach to navigating current market conditions, emphasizing risk management and diversification. Confidence in our investment process remains unwavering. Full monthly commentary is available on our website (buff.ly/4dIOseL) Rainer Lang CIO & Founder of RML Advisory #MarketVolatility #RiskManagement #uncorrelatetreturns #multimanger #hedgefunds #rmladvisory

Perceptions of credit risk are improving, with major sovereigns and emerging markets experiencing lower premiums. Signs of a broader risk appetite are emerging. Learn more in our new Asset Allocation report: https://lnkd.in/eG6jWqvB #assetallocation

S&P Global's Credit Conditions Q3 2024 was published last week (see link below). It's a very interesting paper, especially the chart below, which shows a worsening trend in the global top risks, that are already at high levels. This trend is not reflected in the market since volatility indices are more on a downward trajectory... Source: https://lnkd.in/dXJGncMu

With the recent global market volatility, I thought it would be timely to share this graphic, demonstrating the importance of 'Time in' the market rather than 'Timing of' the market💹 Following the MSCI World Index over the past 20 years, if you would have missed the best 20 days, you would have missed out on £420,370 compared to being fully invested over the same period. If you would have missed the best 40 days, you would have missed out on £542,863!🤯 Don't let short term volatility effect you and your families long term wealth. #wealthmanagement #swindonbusiness #wiltshirebusiness

Market Resilience Amid Rising Geopolitical Tensions 📈 Despite escalating tensions in the Middle East, the stock market, particularly the Dow Jones Industrial Average, showed resilience on March 16, 2023. Closing the day at 33,938.58, the DJIA saw a modest increase of 0.12%. This subtle yet positive movement underscores the complexity of global financial markets in times of uncertainty. Interestingly, the rise in oil prices to $75 per barrel, a peak since October 2014, pushed the energy sector to emerge as the top performer, with the Energy Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLE) climbing by 1.2%. On the other hand, sectors like Consumer Discretionary and Utilities saw a dip, reflecting the nuanced impacts of geopolitical stress across different industries. As investors, how do you navigate such mixed signals in the market? Do you see opportunities in the volatility of the energy sector, or does caution hold you back due to looming decisions like the upcoming Federal Reserve’s monetary policy announcement? Let’s discuss strategies and insights. What has been your approach in balancing these global dynamics in your investment decisions? 🔍📊 #StockMarket #Investing #DowJones #EnergySector #MarketTrends #FinancialMarkets #GeopoliticalTensions

#Dataviz of the week: Analyze and compare #SupplyChain country risk by viewing factors such as country risk scores and outlook, ESG scores, CPI change, and more on the S&P Global Marketplace. Watch below, and learn more here: https://ow.ly/xlLB50Qvs5p

To what extent is the rally in global risk due to an improving outlook for earnings? The answer depends not only on which estimates you take, but on how you combine them. Our latest research note looks at why this turns out to be surprisingly important. https://lnkd.in/eEZhyjCH

Standard Chartered Global #market Outlook: Passing showers We believe the equity market pullback and the rise in bond yields have created an opportunity to add exposure to diversified Foundation allocations. Higher-than-expected US inflation has been a key market concern, but most scenarios point to temporary weakness in markets as we expect disinflationary trends to return. Within Foundation allocations, we continue to be Overweight equities, with a preference for the US and Japan, and Neutral bonds. Gold performed well as a short-term hedge, but may be due for a breather. We also add Europe energy sector equities and South Korean stocks as Buy ideas within Opportunistic allocations

The continued rally for markets in February was welcome, but the rise in market complacency is worth monitoring. Read more in the latest Market Risk Update. https://hubs.ly/Q02q6QMW0