Ed Perks

Indicators such as job openings, quit rates and consumer sentiment are nearly at pre-pandemic levels, likely reassuring the Fed that labour market disruptions caused by Covid-19 are subsiding.
WEALTH & INVESTING

Inflation, labour markets and the Fed: uncovering income opportunities

BEFORE delving into income opportunities, it is crucial to address the current state of inflation, as it remains a central focus for the markets. Over the past year, significant strides have been made...

Equities have remained resilient but restrictive monetary policy may impact corporate revenues going forward.
WEALTH & INVESTING

Attractive income opportunities for uncertain markets

In a turnaround from last year, there is renewed interest in the fixed income asset class as yields have risen

While parts of the stock market have fared well during the first quarter of 2023, the writer believes there are more existing headwinds than tailwinds for equities, and the economic background remains uncertain.
WEALTH & INVESTING

A continued focus on fixed income versus equities 

The markets are offering good opportunities to diversify right now

Locking in attractive yields through duration is the best way to achieve income goals, says the writer.
WEALTH & INVESTING

Harnessing the power of duration

THE investment landscape now is very different to 12 months ago, when there really was no alternative to equities, and investors were locked into a desperate search for yield across all asset classes....