There is a growing fear among investors, both at home and abroad, that a long-overdue market correction is round the corner. The current bull market is approximately 76 months old, far longer than the historical average duration of 48 months. The Greek debt crisis has created uncertainty for the future of the European Union, at times causing ripples through the global markets. And over the last month, the Chinese markets have been reeling after nearly $4 trillion of value was lost. All the while, the U.S. Federal Reserve is still toying with the idea of raising interest rates sometime this… Read More

There is a growing fear among investors, both at home and abroad, that a long-overdue market correction is round the corner. The current bull market is approximately 76 months old, far longer than the historical average duration of 48 months. The Greek debt crisis has created uncertainty for the future of the European Union, at times causing ripples through the global markets. And over the last month, the Chinese markets have been reeling after nearly $4 trillion of value was lost. All the while, the U.S. Federal Reserve is still toying with the idea of raising interest rates sometime this year. The result: an uneasy feeling about the market’s near-term future. In uncertain times like today, investors should focus on high-quality stocks that have historically shown resilience no matter the market conditions. That being said, it is also time for investors to take a long-term view of their investments and keep in mind that a correction is a buying opportunity, not a time to panic. First, let’s examine how macro trends could affect the investment playing field and what this means for investment opportunities. Currency Tailwinds If and when the economy shows signs of sustained strength, the Fed will… Read More