
The investment cycle: Mid-cycle pause with high forecast risk
US equities may reflect current economic conditions, but weaker-than-expected earnings growth and worsening geopolitical tensions could quickly upset the balance.

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.