
Why I’m bracing for a surge in stock market volatility
Rising bond yields and widening credit spreads suggest mounting risk, but equity valuations have yet to reflect it, raising the prospect of sharper market drawdowns.

Rising bond yields and widening credit spreads suggest mounting risk, but equity valuations have yet to reflect it, raising the prospect of sharper market drawdowns.

US equities may reflect current economic conditions, but weaker-than-expected earnings growth and worsening geopolitical tensions could quickly upset the balance.

Despite headwinds from weaker Asian demand, rising yields, and risk-on sentiment, shifting market dynamics suggest gold is regaining value.

Sentiment has turned very bullish, leaving equities exposed if earnings or geopolitics disappoint, says Ryk de Klerk.