The Quarterly Chart Book provides factual charts and data on key economic indicators to help investors understand market performance, risks, and opportunities. It features regularly appearing charts on topics like GDP, unemployment, inflation, interest rates, home and stock prices. Additional quarterly charts address currently relevant topics like the debt ceiling, China's economy, and the Federal Reserve's actions. The charts are intended to give investors factual context when discussing the economy.
The Quarterly Chart Book provides factual context about the US and global economies using simple charts. The charts cover topics like economic growth, employment, inflation, monetary policy, and asset prices. This data aims to help investors understand performance, recognize risks, and identify opportunities. The book is separated into regular charts that appear each quarter and topical charts relevant to the current environment.
On the domestic front, Indian equities corrected sharply post the FY20 Union Budget announcement on 5th July 2019 due to uncertainty emanating from a couple of proposals pertaining to: 1) Increase in taxes for FPIs accessing the Indian equity markets through the ‘Trust’ route; and 2) potential supply side pressures for equity markets (increase in free float requirement from 25% to 35% coupled with relaxation on minimum threshold of 51% Government ownership for PSUs including the shareholding of Government controlled institutions). Post the budget, equity and bond markets have witnessed divergent trends.
Read the full document to know more.
The document provides an equity market update for January 2019. It summarizes macroeconomic indicators for India and globally. For India, key points are GDP growth slowed in the second quarter, while inflation based on IIP and WPI increased. Domestic equity markets ended 2018 flat. The document recommends that investors continue investing in equity schemes, but also consider asset allocation funds given potential volatility around elections. It provides recommendations for both pure equity and balanced funds.
The document is a quarterly chart book from 2011 intended to provide context about markets and the economy using simple charts of key data. It contains charts on topics like GDP, job growth, stock valuations, profits, inflation, and bond yields. The main section features regularly appearing charts, while the second section features topical charts relevant to the current environment.
The document provides an economic analysis of the Indian economy through a top-down approach, beginning with a macroeconomic analysis and then discussing various sectors. It summarizes that while India experienced strong growth in recent years, the economy has slowed in 2011-2012 due to high inflation, fiscal deficits, and a lack of investment. Several key sectors like manufacturing and mining experienced declines or slower growth during this period. Services remains the largest sector in India's economy, growing at over 9% annually from 2001-2010.
The document provides an overview and outlook for the Indian economy and fiscal year 2018. Some key points:
1. The economic survey for 2016-2017 used big data analytics to gain new insights about the economy, such as estimates of annual work-related migration being double previous census figures.
2. Growth in the first half of FY2017 slowed to 7.2% due to a sharp decline in fixed investment. Inflation moderated as food prices decreased. The external position remains robust.
3. For FY2018, growth is expected to remain in the 6.75-7.5% range. Exports are expected to recover as global growth increases. Private consumption growth is uncertain due to
FY18 started on a very optimistic note for Indian financial markets. BJP had just scored a massive electoral victory in UP. This was widely assumed to mean that people and economy have moved on leaving the scar of Demonetization behind. The market participants were full of hope anticipating GST to be panacea for many economic ailments. The proposed New bankruptcy law, that was about to be passed by Lok Sabha, promised speedy resolution of NPAs. Analysts were very optimistic about earnings finally growing, after staying mostly flat for two preceding years.
The financial year has however ended on a rather cautious note with below par returns and considerably moderated expectations forFY19.
The popular commentary suggests that the participants are worried about a variety of factor. Some prominent of these factors could be listed as follows:
The Quarterly Chart Book provides factual context about the US and global economies using simple charts. The charts cover topics like economic growth, employment, inflation, monetary policy, and asset prices. This data aims to help investors understand performance, recognize risks, and identify opportunities. The book is separated into regular charts that appear each quarter and topical charts relevant to the current environment.
On the domestic front, Indian equities corrected sharply post the FY20 Union Budget announcement on 5th July 2019 due to uncertainty emanating from a couple of proposals pertaining to: 1) Increase in taxes for FPIs accessing the Indian equity markets through the ‘Trust’ route; and 2) potential supply side pressures for equity markets (increase in free float requirement from 25% to 35% coupled with relaxation on minimum threshold of 51% Government ownership for PSUs including the shareholding of Government controlled institutions). Post the budget, equity and bond markets have witnessed divergent trends.
Read the full document to know more.
The document provides an equity market update for January 2019. It summarizes macroeconomic indicators for India and globally. For India, key points are GDP growth slowed in the second quarter, while inflation based on IIP and WPI increased. Domestic equity markets ended 2018 flat. The document recommends that investors continue investing in equity schemes, but also consider asset allocation funds given potential volatility around elections. It provides recommendations for both pure equity and balanced funds.
The document is a quarterly chart book from 2011 intended to provide context about markets and the economy using simple charts of key data. It contains charts on topics like GDP, job growth, stock valuations, profits, inflation, and bond yields. The main section features regularly appearing charts, while the second section features topical charts relevant to the current environment.
The document provides an economic analysis of the Indian economy through a top-down approach, beginning with a macroeconomic analysis and then discussing various sectors. It summarizes that while India experienced strong growth in recent years, the economy has slowed in 2011-2012 due to high inflation, fiscal deficits, and a lack of investment. Several key sectors like manufacturing and mining experienced declines or slower growth during this period. Services remains the largest sector in India's economy, growing at over 9% annually from 2001-2010.
The document provides an overview and outlook for the Indian economy and fiscal year 2018. Some key points:
1. The economic survey for 2016-2017 used big data analytics to gain new insights about the economy, such as estimates of annual work-related migration being double previous census figures.
2. Growth in the first half of FY2017 slowed to 7.2% due to a sharp decline in fixed investment. Inflation moderated as food prices decreased. The external position remains robust.
3. For FY2018, growth is expected to remain in the 6.75-7.5% range. Exports are expected to recover as global growth increases. Private consumption growth is uncertain due to
FY18 started on a very optimistic note for Indian financial markets. BJP had just scored a massive electoral victory in UP. This was widely assumed to mean that people and economy have moved on leaving the scar of Demonetization behind. The market participants were full of hope anticipating GST to be panacea for many economic ailments. The proposed New bankruptcy law, that was about to be passed by Lok Sabha, promised speedy resolution of NPAs. Analysts were very optimistic about earnings finally growing, after staying mostly flat for two preceding years.
The financial year has however ended on a rather cautious note with below par returns and considerably moderated expectations forFY19.
The popular commentary suggests that the participants are worried about a variety of factor. Some prominent of these factors could be listed as follows:
GDP growth in India picked up to 7.9% in Q1 2016 driven by private and public consumption, while exports contracted and investment growth deteriorated. Overall growth for FY2015/2016 was 7.6%. Private consumption will remain strong but sluggish investment growth and reluctance of banks to provide new credit are causes for concern. Euler Hermes expects GDP growth to stabilize at 7.6% in FY2016/2017.
Duff & Phelps' Capital Markets Insights - Spring 2018 report states that leveraging costs and structures showed signs of increasing volatility in the first quarter of 2018, as markets reacted to rising economic growth, inflation concerns and trade tensions. Read the report for more detail.
Indian equity benchmarks recorded
splendid performance in September 2019 and clocked their
biggest single-day jump in 10 years on September 20, 2019,
following the announcement of corporate tax cut and other
measures by the government to boost the economy.
Benchmark S&P BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 ended the month with nearly 4% gains.
Read the full document to know more.
Budget FY17 - Reforms set to persist_ recovery in agri to lift 06-06-2016Aijaz Siddique
The budget aims to boost economic growth while maintaining fiscal consolidation. Key points:
1) Agricultural support measures and higher development spending are expected to lift growth to 5.7% in FY17, though energy constraints and lower spending pose risks to the target.
2) Incentives for exporters address external account concerns after the IMF program by providing tax relief and financing support. Near-term exports may remain weak due to global headwinds.
3) Fiscal deficit is targeted to decline further to 3.8% through tax revenue growth and contained expenditure. However, risks remain from potential current spending overruns and non-tax revenue shortfalls.
4) Efforts to increase tax documentation
The Thai economy grew more slowly than expected in the third quarter of 2011, expanding just 0.5% quarter-over-quarter and 3.5% year-over-year. Private investment and exports continued to drive growth, but agricultural output declined due to floods. Household consumption growth also slowed as consumers became more cautious due to flooding. The economy is expected to grow only 1.5% for the full year due to flooding impacts. The Bank of Thailand is expected to cut interest rates by 50 basis points to boost the economy and restore confidence.
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Registration: 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
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AS/COA, ANBIMA, and BRAiN held an on-the-record presentation by Joaquim Levy, Minister of Finance of Brazil.
Welcoming Remarks:
Randy Melzi, Senior Director, Public Policy Programs and Corporate Relations, AS/COA
José Carlos Doherty, Director, BRAiN; Head, ANBIMA
Speaker:
Joaquim Levy, Minister of Finance, Brazil
Download the presentation.
Event Information: Diogo Ide | dide@as-coa.org | 212-277-8352
COA Corporate Membership: Monica Vieira | mvieira@as-coa.org | 212-277-8344
Press Inquiries: Adriana La Rotta | alarotta@as-coa.org | 212-277-8384
Brazil has a large and growing economy with a population of 191 million. It has experienced steady economic growth in recent decades and macroeconomic stability. Exports have increased substantially and now include manufactured goods, though the country still relies heavily on primary commodities. The financial system has also expanded and become more sophisticated in recent years.
"Sell in May and go away‟ this old Wall Street adage has once again proved correct for most of the Global Markets which have witnessed a correction in the month of May. However, Indian markets took no cue from the above saying and continued to chug along through the month ending in a positive territory
( 1.7%).
Read the full document to know more.
Bullard Fed US Macroeconomic Outlook 2017AtoZForex.com
St. Louis President and Chief Executive of the Federal Reserve Bank James Bullard addresses the Fed US Macroeconomic Outlook 2017 during an International Distinguished Lecture at the Australian Center for Financial Studies.
The new government needs to
- The global investment climate became moderately positive in February, with the outlook on India improving considerably due to deteriorating fundamentals in other emerging markets.
restart the programme in a big way
- Quarterly company results surprised positively against the deteriorating macro scenario. It remains to be seen if this marks a turnaround or short-term improvements.
to meet its fiscal deficit targets and
- Going into March, equities may rally on expectations of a pro-reform government after elections. However, the market will be highly sensitive to the
Suominen Corporation’s Interim Report for January 1 – March 31, 2016: Cash flow from operations improved markedly, net sales and operating profit declined, guidance for full year remains unchanged
Since the previous meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), several risks to the inflation outlook have begun to materialise. While headline inflation is comfortably within the inflation target band, indications are that we have passed the low point of the current cycle. Developments in the international environment have placed upward pressure on the inflation trajectory, while the domestic growth outlook remains challenging.
Indian equity indices remained in the
positive terrain for the second consecutive month in October
2019, amid hopes of tax realignment on equities, foreign inflows
and upbeat global cues. The benchmark S&P BSE Sensex hit the
intraday record high of 40,392 on October 31, 2019. The S&P
BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 ended the month with around 4%
gains each.
Read the full document to know more.
Ivo Pezzuto - FEDERAL RESERVE'S RATE RISE. COMING SOON? The Global Analyst Se...Dr. Ivo Pezzuto
The document summarizes factors contributing to increased volatility in global markets in September 2015, including the potential for the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates. While the US economy has improved, global risks from China's economic slowdown and falling commodity prices pose challenges. It is unlikely the Federal Reserve will raise rates in September due to this increased turbulence, though a rate hike by the end of 2015 or in 2016 is still possible depending on how the global situation evolves.
Standpoint: Global Reflation by Kevin Lings STANLIB
Fears of sustained deflation and stagnant growth in the United States and Europe have been replaced by a more optimistic growth outlook as well as concerns about rising inflation. This has driven developed market equities higher, but also weakened major bond markets.
The document provides an economic outlook and summary of key markets for May 2014. It discusses expectations for the upcoming general election in India and implications for various asset classes. The equity outlook remains positive on expectations that a reform-oriented government will accelerate the economy and revive the growth and earnings cycle. The document recommends overweight positions in healthcare, IT/ITES, banking, energy, and neutral stances on power utilities and automobiles.
The economy is going through a soft patch.
Unemployment increased due to this and seasonal
factors, but started rapidly falling in April.
Macroeconomic balances mostly improved in
the 1Q10. A lot of slack in the economy helped
inflationary tensions ease in this period and the CPI
inflation rate should remain within the central bank
target band for the next four quarters at least. The
four quarter rolling current account deficit rose
slightly in terms of GDP while the central government
deficit came lower than expected.
This document discusses regulatory implications of XBRL and other legal updates presented at the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Visitor Center by Joseph Magnas of Morrison & Foerster LLP. It provides an overview of topics including why the SEC requires interactive data in filings, what filings require interactive data and what parts must be tagged, who must provide interactive data and when based on their filing status, and considerations regarding liability, certifications, and Dodd-Frank issues. The presentation outlines the phase-in requirements for interactive data based on filing status and fiscal period end dates.
As we expected, markets in 2014 have been less
influenced by politics and policymakers than in 2013
and more dependent upon growth. Growth is an
essential characteristic of all living things, and in
2014, growth is vital to our outlook for the economy
and markets. Our notes from the field contain
key observations and reaffirm our forecasts. Read the entire report.
Current Conditions Index - Dec16 2009 LplMattGorham
The LPL Financial Research Current Conditions Index (CCI) is a weekly index that tracks the current economic environment. It is composed of 10 economic indicators, including initial jobless claims, business lending, retail sales, and stock market volatility. The CCI is tracking toward LPL's base case forecast for 2009, which anticipates a recession in the first half of the year followed by economic recovery in the second half. The CCI provides a fact-based measure of current conditions to help assess the likelihood of different economic scenarios.
GDP growth in India picked up to 7.9% in Q1 2016 driven by private and public consumption, while exports contracted and investment growth deteriorated. Overall growth for FY2015/2016 was 7.6%. Private consumption will remain strong but sluggish investment growth and reluctance of banks to provide new credit are causes for concern. Euler Hermes expects GDP growth to stabilize at 7.6% in FY2016/2017.
Duff & Phelps' Capital Markets Insights - Spring 2018 report states that leveraging costs and structures showed signs of increasing volatility in the first quarter of 2018, as markets reacted to rising economic growth, inflation concerns and trade tensions. Read the report for more detail.
Indian equity benchmarks recorded
splendid performance in September 2019 and clocked their
biggest single-day jump in 10 years on September 20, 2019,
following the announcement of corporate tax cut and other
measures by the government to boost the economy.
Benchmark S&P BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 ended the month with nearly 4% gains.
Read the full document to know more.
Budget FY17 - Reforms set to persist_ recovery in agri to lift 06-06-2016Aijaz Siddique
The budget aims to boost economic growth while maintaining fiscal consolidation. Key points:
1) Agricultural support measures and higher development spending are expected to lift growth to 5.7% in FY17, though energy constraints and lower spending pose risks to the target.
2) Incentives for exporters address external account concerns after the IMF program by providing tax relief and financing support. Near-term exports may remain weak due to global headwinds.
3) Fiscal deficit is targeted to decline further to 3.8% through tax revenue growth and contained expenditure. However, risks remain from potential current spending overruns and non-tax revenue shortfalls.
4) Efforts to increase tax documentation
The Thai economy grew more slowly than expected in the third quarter of 2011, expanding just 0.5% quarter-over-quarter and 3.5% year-over-year. Private investment and exports continued to drive growth, but agricultural output declined due to floods. Household consumption growth also slowed as consumers became more cautious due to flooding. The economy is expected to grow only 1.5% for the full year due to flooding impacts. The Bank of Thailand is expected to cut interest rates by 50 basis points to boost the economy and restore confidence.
AS/COA
680 Park Avenue
New York, NY
View map
February 18, 2015
Registration: 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Conference: 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
AS/COA, ANBIMA, and BRAiN held an on-the-record presentation by Joaquim Levy, Minister of Finance of Brazil.
Welcoming Remarks:
Randy Melzi, Senior Director, Public Policy Programs and Corporate Relations, AS/COA
José Carlos Doherty, Director, BRAiN; Head, ANBIMA
Speaker:
Joaquim Levy, Minister of Finance, Brazil
Download the presentation.
Event Information: Diogo Ide | dide@as-coa.org | 212-277-8352
COA Corporate Membership: Monica Vieira | mvieira@as-coa.org | 212-277-8344
Press Inquiries: Adriana La Rotta | alarotta@as-coa.org | 212-277-8384
Brazil has a large and growing economy with a population of 191 million. It has experienced steady economic growth in recent decades and macroeconomic stability. Exports have increased substantially and now include manufactured goods, though the country still relies heavily on primary commodities. The financial system has also expanded and become more sophisticated in recent years.
"Sell in May and go away‟ this old Wall Street adage has once again proved correct for most of the Global Markets which have witnessed a correction in the month of May. However, Indian markets took no cue from the above saying and continued to chug along through the month ending in a positive territory
( 1.7%).
Read the full document to know more.
Bullard Fed US Macroeconomic Outlook 2017AtoZForex.com
St. Louis President and Chief Executive of the Federal Reserve Bank James Bullard addresses the Fed US Macroeconomic Outlook 2017 during an International Distinguished Lecture at the Australian Center for Financial Studies.
The new government needs to
- The global investment climate became moderately positive in February, with the outlook on India improving considerably due to deteriorating fundamentals in other emerging markets.
restart the programme in a big way
- Quarterly company results surprised positively against the deteriorating macro scenario. It remains to be seen if this marks a turnaround or short-term improvements.
to meet its fiscal deficit targets and
- Going into March, equities may rally on expectations of a pro-reform government after elections. However, the market will be highly sensitive to the
Suominen Corporation’s Interim Report for January 1 – March 31, 2016: Cash flow from operations improved markedly, net sales and operating profit declined, guidance for full year remains unchanged
Since the previous meeting of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), several risks to the inflation outlook have begun to materialise. While headline inflation is comfortably within the inflation target band, indications are that we have passed the low point of the current cycle. Developments in the international environment have placed upward pressure on the inflation trajectory, while the domestic growth outlook remains challenging.
Indian equity indices remained in the
positive terrain for the second consecutive month in October
2019, amid hopes of tax realignment on equities, foreign inflows
and upbeat global cues. The benchmark S&P BSE Sensex hit the
intraday record high of 40,392 on October 31, 2019. The S&P
BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 ended the month with around 4%
gains each.
Read the full document to know more.
Ivo Pezzuto - FEDERAL RESERVE'S RATE RISE. COMING SOON? The Global Analyst Se...Dr. Ivo Pezzuto
The document summarizes factors contributing to increased volatility in global markets in September 2015, including the potential for the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates. While the US economy has improved, global risks from China's economic slowdown and falling commodity prices pose challenges. It is unlikely the Federal Reserve will raise rates in September due to this increased turbulence, though a rate hike by the end of 2015 or in 2016 is still possible depending on how the global situation evolves.
Standpoint: Global Reflation by Kevin Lings STANLIB
Fears of sustained deflation and stagnant growth in the United States and Europe have been replaced by a more optimistic growth outlook as well as concerns about rising inflation. This has driven developed market equities higher, but also weakened major bond markets.
The document provides an economic outlook and summary of key markets for May 2014. It discusses expectations for the upcoming general election in India and implications for various asset classes. The equity outlook remains positive on expectations that a reform-oriented government will accelerate the economy and revive the growth and earnings cycle. The document recommends overweight positions in healthcare, IT/ITES, banking, energy, and neutral stances on power utilities and automobiles.
The economy is going through a soft patch.
Unemployment increased due to this and seasonal
factors, but started rapidly falling in April.
Macroeconomic balances mostly improved in
the 1Q10. A lot of slack in the economy helped
inflationary tensions ease in this period and the CPI
inflation rate should remain within the central bank
target band for the next four quarters at least. The
four quarter rolling current account deficit rose
slightly in terms of GDP while the central government
deficit came lower than expected.
This document discusses regulatory implications of XBRL and other legal updates presented at the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange Visitor Center by Joseph Magnas of Morrison & Foerster LLP. It provides an overview of topics including why the SEC requires interactive data in filings, what filings require interactive data and what parts must be tagged, who must provide interactive data and when based on their filing status, and considerations regarding liability, certifications, and Dodd-Frank issues. The presentation outlines the phase-in requirements for interactive data based on filing status and fiscal period end dates.
As we expected, markets in 2014 have been less
influenced by politics and policymakers than in 2013
and more dependent upon growth. Growth is an
essential characteristic of all living things, and in
2014, growth is vital to our outlook for the economy
and markets. Our notes from the field contain
key observations and reaffirm our forecasts. Read the entire report.
Current Conditions Index - Dec16 2009 LplMattGorham
The LPL Financial Research Current Conditions Index (CCI) is a weekly index that tracks the current economic environment. It is composed of 10 economic indicators, including initial jobless claims, business lending, retail sales, and stock market volatility. The CCI is tracking toward LPL's base case forecast for 2009, which anticipates a recession in the first half of the year followed by economic recovery in the second half. The CCI provides a fact-based measure of current conditions to help assess the likelihood of different economic scenarios.
LPL Financial Capabilities Brochure Large Lplmarcpico
LPL Financial is the largest independent broker/dealer in the US. It provides financial advisors with resources and tools to offer independent and unbiased advice to clients. Advisors have access to a wide range of investment products and services through LPL Financial's partnerships and can create customized investment strategies for clients' varying needs. LPL Financial's focus is on supporting advisors so they can prioritize clients' objectives over sales goals or proprietary products.
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LPL Financial is one of the largest independent broker-dealers in the US, serving over 16,000 financial advisors. It provides technology, custody, clearing services, and other support services to allow advisors to focus on clients. LPL Financial has no proprietary products to avoid conflicts of interest, and offers independent research. It aims to be an enabling partner to help advisors and their clients meet financial goals.
Oliver Elliott, Boden - using TagMan path to conversion data to drive custome...TagMan
The document discusses optimizing marketing paths to conversion. It talks about how traditional attribution models don't work well for optimization because they are not customer-focused. It introduces the concept of path to conversion data, which tracks customer journeys across multiple channels and touchpoints. This allows identifying successful marketing combinations and sequences that drive conversions.
Social Media Marketing: For Your Business, Your Practice, YourselfJP Marketing | NE
7/22/16 - Professional Development Collaborative @CareerSource Cambridge
Savvy professionals use social media platforms to create a referral engine to network, confer with thought leaders, identify business collaborators, and mine for prospects. Referrals and positive word-of-mouth are the most effective ways to build a network for prospective business opportunities and employers. The new economy is all about networking and referrals. We are connected through an ecosystem of networks that, if used correctly, can multiply the effect of your business development or job search. A business “network” isn’t about how many people know your name; it’s about how many will send you opportunities.
With the demands of modern business, successful professionals, managers and executives must be as dynamic as the tools they use; 92% of employers are leveraging social media as part of their candidate search. And the majority of prospective clients will ‘GOOGLE’ a business or professional service provider before engaging. So whether you’re a business owner, startup, professional job seeker, or career changer, you’ll leave this workshop with tools and resources that you can implement immediately.
This workshop will cover:
• How to acquire new opportunities through online recommendations and word of mouth
• Keep in touch with people who care most about the services/products or skills you offer
• Build your industry network—online and in person
• Network with peers in your industry for repeat referrals
• Convince potential clients or employers of your expertise by sharing unique content; and
- The document provides an equity market update for November 2018, summarizing macroeconomic indicators, global market performance, and the performance of the Indian market.
- Key developments in October included a decline in major Indian equity indices of around 5% due to domestic and global factors, continued weakness in the rupee, and heavy selling by foreign institutional investors.
- The document recommends that investors continue investing in pure equity schemes through SIPs for long-term exposure, and consider asset allocation schemes for new investments given ongoing volatility.
We believe that the divergence between Value and Growth stocks continues to prevail, & that volatility is a factor which is inherent in equity as an asset class.
• Owing to growth concerns, Global Central Banks are reducing interest rates. The Reserve Bank of India
(RBI) too is expected to follow suits and may deliver 25-50 bps rate cut
• Central Banks are expected to continue with the loose monetary policy
• Food inflation is beginning to see some moderation although CPI Inflation continues to remain above
RBI‟s comfort zone. RBI‟s operation twist and LTRO too bodes well for the bond markets
• In light of the above factors, we have added duration across our portfolios as we have become positive
on the duration segment in the near term
• We continue to believe that the best strategy would be to create portfolio maturity in the range of 2-5
years
• We also continue to remain positive on the accrual space, as the divergence between Gsec/AAA & AA/A
yields persist.
MRV reported financial results for 4Q11 and full year 2011. Key highlights included consistent operational and financial performance, with contracted sales up 36% and net revenue up 35% year-over-year. Cash burn from homebuilding increased 216% in 2011 due to an expansion of client financing. Return on equity was steady at 23.8% while earnings per share grew 38% to R$1.578. MRV also discussed its focus on the lower income housing segment and generating value from its LOG commercial properties division.
Vivek Tulpule Analyst Roundtable April 2010Rio Tinto plc
- The document is a presentation by Rio Tinto's chief economist from April 2010 discussing global economic trends and outlooks, with a focus on China.
- It notes that consensus projections show global growth accelerating in 2010, led by developing economies like China, after contracting in 2009.
- Data on China's economy in 2008-2010 shows strong rebounds in industrial production, exports, and retail sales after the financial crisis, supported by fiscal stimulus and abundant liquidity.
Government’s release of Rs 86.55 billion to certain
banks for preferential allotment of shares, hopes of more reform
measures by the government in the upcoming Budget, and
sustained inflows from the foreign institutional investors (FIIs)
augured well for the local indices.
Read the full document to know more.
The document provides an equity market update for December 2018. It summarizes macroeconomic indicators for India and other countries. Indian equity markets rose approximately 5% in November driven by strengthening of the rupee, positive corporate earnings, and hopes of a US-China trade deal. Most sectors gained in November except for IT and healthcare. The outlook expects continued market volatility given global uncertainties. It recommends investing in diversified equity funds through SIPs and asset allocation funds for new investors.
Diaporama utilisé par Vincent Juvyns, stratégiste des marchés chez JP Morgan Asset Management, lors du webinaire qu'il a animé pour le Forum financier, le 12 octobre 2020.
Interim Budget 2019, presented on Feb 1, held a few good surprises for the farmer community and the salaried classes but was largely in line with market expectations. Markets, which had already ended January 2019 on a flat note (up 0.5% for the month), remained largely unaffected by the Budget announcements. Read the document to know more.
The document provides an equity market update for March 2019. It summarizes recent macroeconomic indicators in India and globally. In India, GDP growth slowed in Q3 FY19 while the trade deficit and current account deficit widened. Globally, growth slowed in the US, Eurozone, UK, and China in Q4 2018. In February 2019, the Indian equity market declined 1.07% as tensions rose between India and Pakistan, while corporate earnings growth remained muted. The outlook is neutral in the near term given ongoing global and domestic uncertainties like the national elections. The document recommends continuing SIP investments in mutual funds and maintaining asset allocation.
The document provides a summary of global market performance in the second quarter of 2015. Overall, major global stock indices experienced modest gains, with emerging markets outperforming developed international markets. Small caps outperformed large caps globally. REITs significantly underperformed equity markets. Bond markets were mostly flat. Commodities were broadly positive, led by energy, while metals declined. The report also includes a section on the seven roles of a financial advisor.
This document summarizes MRV's 4Q10 and full year 2010 earnings results. Key highlights include:
- 4Q10 contracted sales of R$1.1 billion, a 53% increase over 4Q09. Full year 2010 contracted sales totaled R$3.8 billion, within guidance.
- 4Q10 net revenue increased 69% to R$795.9 million and full year net revenue increased 82.7% to R$3.021 billion.
- EBITDA margins were 26.3% for 4Q10 and 21% for full year 2010.
- MRV remains strongly committed to the Minha Casa Minha Vida affordable housing program, with most units launched
The document provides an overview and summary of global market performance in the second quarter of 2015. Major stock markets outside the US outperformed the US market but underperformed emerging markets. Small caps outperformed large caps internationally and in emerging markets. REITs and bonds underperformed stocks. Commodities were broadly positive with energy leading gains.
Q2 2015 Market Review. This report features world capital market performance and a timeline of events for the past quarter. It begins with a global overview, then features the returns of stock and bond asset classes in the US and international markets.
The report also illustrates the performance of globally diversified portfolios and features a quarterly topic.
FiinPro Digest #3: Covid-19 Pandemic: Assessing the Impacts from Corporate Fi...FiinGroup JSC
This Report is part of “FiinPro Data Digest” series and prepared
primarily for subscribers of FiinGroup’s financial information and
data platforms. As noted in previous issues, FiinPro Data Digest
focuses on analyzing financial data to give commentaries and
findings with specific data-driven evidence in order to provide
independent and in-depth perspective on securities and financial
issues.
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EXFO provides testing, monitoring and analytics solutions for telecommunications service providers. The document summarizes EXFO's strategy to increase market share in wireless and evolve into a solutions provider to deliver higher margins. It highlights key contract wins supporting network visibility and productivity. Management aims to balance sales growth with profitability, targeting an adjusted EBITDA margin of 15% in the medium term. Q1 2015 results showed sales growth and improved gross margin year-over-year.
Sources of country-sector productivity growth: total factor productivity and ...SPINTAN
This document summarizes findings from a study analyzing sources of productivity growth across countries and industries from 1995-2013, accounting for tangible and intangible capital. Key findings include:
1) Intangible capital provided larger contributions to productivity growth than tangible capital in some countries like the UK and US.
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LPL Quarterly Market Insight Chart Book 2nd Qtr 2011
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Market Insight
Quarterly Chart Book
Second Quarter 2011
Member FINRA/SIPC
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The Quarterly Market Insight Chart Book is intended to provide unbiased
context to the markets and economy. The Chart Book provides a factual
framework to discuss the issues most relevant to investing using simple
to understand charts of key data. The Chart Book can be helpful in
addressing key topics such as economic growth in the United States and
abroad, job growth, stock market valuations, corporate profits, inflation,
monetary policy, commodity prices, and bond yields. This data is intended
to help investors understand performance, recognize risks, and identify
opportunities.
There are two sections to the chart book. The main section features
charts that will regularly appear in each quarterly edition. The second
section features topical charts most relevant to the current environment
that will vary from quarter-to-quarter.
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Table of Content
4 Gross Domestic Products (GDP) Growth Rate 23 High-Yield Bond Spreads & Default Rate
5 Emerging Market Gross Domestic Product (GDP) Growth 24 10-Year Treasury Yield & 10-Year Treasury Yield Minus Core CPI
6 Budget Deficit Percent of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) 25 Investment-Grade Corporate Spread & Yield
7 Unemployment Rate 26 Emerging Market Debt (EMD) Spread & Average Yield
8 Non-farm Job Growth 27 30-Year Municipal Yields as a Percentage of Treasuries
9 Wages and/or Personal Income/Personal Spending 28 Trade Weighted Dollar
10 Home Sales 29 Leading Economic Indicators
11 Home Prices 30 Treasury & Muni Yield Curves
12 Vehicle Sales
13 Current Conditions Index (CCI)
14 Current Conditions Index (CCI) Components
15 Consumer Price Index (CPI) Second Quarter Key Themes
16 Commodity Price Index 32 The Debt Ceiling
17 Institute for Supply Management (ISM) Index 33 The Impact of the Earthquake in Japan on the Global Economy
18 Consumer Sentiment 34 Selling Municipal Bonds
19 Federal Funds Rate with Futures Implied Going Out One Year 35 China’s Economy: Inflation & China’s Central Bank
20 Federal Reserve (Fed) Balance Sheet 36 The Federal Reserves Next Steps
21 S&P 500 EPS Historical & Estimates for the Next Four Quarters 37 ISM & S&P 500 Performance
22 Historical S&P 500 PE Ratio Trailing & Forward 38 Classic Bubble Comparison
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Gross Domestic Product (GDP) Growth Rate
Real Gross Domestic Product: Quantity Index
(Percent Change From Prior Quarter, Annual Rate)
%
8 8
4 4
0 0
-4 -4
-8 -8
00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10
Source: Bureau of Economic Analysis /Haver Analytics 07/08/11
(Shaded area indicates recession)
Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is the monetary value of all the finished goods and services produced within a country's
borders in a specific time period, though GDP is usually calculated on an annual basis. It includes all of private and public
consumption, government outlays, investments and exports less imports that occur within a defined territory.
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China: Gross Domestic Product (GDP) Growth
China: Gross Domestic Product at Current Prices & Exchange Rates
% Change - Year to Year Bil.US$
30
25
20
15
10
5
96 97 98 99 00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10
Source: China National Bureau of Statistics/Haver Analytics 07/08/11
(Shaded area indicates recession)
International investing involves special risks, such as currency fluctuation and political instability, and may not be suitable for all investors.
An emerging market is a nation that is progressing toward becoming advanced, as shown by some liquidity in local debt and equity markets
and the existence of some form of market exchange and regulatory body.
Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is the monetary value of all the finished goods and services produced within a country's borders in a specific
time period, though GDP is usually calculated on an annual basis. It includes all of private and public consumption, government outlays,
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Budget Deficit Percent of Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
Federal Surplus/Deficit {-} as Percentage of GDP
Fiscal Year, %
2.5
0.0
-2.5
-5.0
-7.5
-10.0
65 70 75 80 85 90 95 00 05 10
Source: Office of Management and Budget /Haver Analytics 07/08/11
(Shaded area indicates recession)
Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is the monetary value of all the finished goods and services produced within a country's
borders in a specific time period, though GDP is usually calculated on an annual basis. It includes all of private and public
consumption, government outlays, investments and exports less imports that occur within a defined territory.
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Unemployment Rate
Civilian Unemployment Rate: 16 yr +
Seasonally Adjusted
12
10
8
6
4
2
50 55 60 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 00 05 10
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics /Haver Analytics 07/08/11
(Shaded area indicates recession)
The unemployment rate is the percentage of the total labor force that is unemployed but actively seeking
employment and willing to work.
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Non-farm Job Growth
Change in Total Private Employment
Seasonally Adjusted, Thousands
500
250
0
-250
-500
-750
-1000
01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics /Haver Analytics 07/08/11
(Shaded area indicates recession)
Non-farm payroll employment is and economic indicator released by the U.S. Department of Labor. It is comprised
of goods producing, construction and manufacturing companies.
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Wages and/or Personal Income/Personal Spending
Personal Income
% Change - Year to Year Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rate, Bil.$
Personal Outlays
% Change - Year to Year Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rate, Bil.$
10.0 8
7.5 6
5.0 4
2.5 2
0.0 0
-2.5 -2
-5.0 -4
00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10
Sources: Bureau of Economic Analysis /Haver Analytics 07/08/11
(Shaded area indicates recession)
Personal spending is the amount of expenses an individual has accounted for during the year. It includes
mortgage payments, car payments, medical bills and shopping costs.
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Home Sales
Existing 1-Family Home Sales: United States
Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rate, Thousands
New 1-Family Houses Sold: United States
Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rate, Thousands
6750 1400
1200
6000
1000
5250
800
4500
600
3750
400
3000 200
01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10
Sources: NAR, CENSUS /Haver 07/08/11
(Shaded area indicates recession)
Existing home sales is a measure of the number and price of sales of single-family homes other than new constructions. It is considered an
economic indicator of the availability and affordability of mortgages and real estate in the United States. It is also considered a lagging
indicator as it tends to react after changes in mortgage interest rates. Existing home sales tend to rise after a decline in mortgage rates and
fall when the opposite happens. The U.S. National Association of Realtors publishes existing home sales monthly.
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Home Prices
S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price Index: U.S. National
% Change - Year to Year Not Seasonally Adjusted, Q1-00=100
20
10
0
-10
-20
90 95 00 05 10
Source: S&P, Fiserv, and MacroMarkets LLC /Haver Analytics 07/08/11
(Shaded area indicates recession)
The S&P/Chase-Shiller U.S. National Home Price Index tracks the growth in value of real estate by following
the purchase price and resale value of homes that have undergone a minimum of two arm's-length
transactions. The index is named for its creators, Karl Chase and Robert Shiller.
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Vehicle Sales
Light Weight Vehicle Sales {Autos+Light Trucks}
Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rate, Mil. Units
22.5
20.0
17.5
15.0
12.5
10.0
7.5
90 95 00 05 10
Source: Bureau of Economic Analysis/Haver Analytics 07/08/11
(Shaded area indicates recession)
Vehicle sales is the number of domestically produced units of cars, SUVs, minivans, and light trucks that are
sold. These sales are reported on the first business day of the month.
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Current Conditions Index (CCI)
The Current Conditions Index is a weekly measure of the conditions that underpin our outlook for the markets and economy. The CCI provides
real-time context and insight into the trends that shape our recommended actions to manage portfolios. This weekly index is not intended to be a
leading index or predictive of where conditions are headed, but a coincident measure of where they are right now. We want to track the
conditions in real-time to aid in investment decision making. Please see the weekly Current Conditions Index publication for specifics surrounding
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Current Conditions Index (CCI) Components
The Current Conditions Index (CCI) components are made up of 10 indicators that provided a weekly, real-time measure of the conditions in the
economic and market environment. We standardized these components compared to their pre-crisis 10-year average, equally weighted their
standardized scores, and aligned the resulting index with zero at the start of 2009. These components capture how the conditions are evolving
from a wide range of angles. Each component is important and measures a different driver of the environment. Please see the weekly Current
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Consumer Price Index (CPI)
CPI-U: All Items
% Change - Year to Year SA, 1982-84=100
CPI-U: All Items Less Food and Energy
% Change - Year to Year SA, 1982-84=100
16
12
8
4
0
-4
65 70 75 80 85 90 95 00 05 10
Sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics /Haver Analytics 07/08/11
(Shaded area indicates recession)
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) is a measure of the average change over time in the prices paid by urban
consumers for a market basket of consumer goods and services.
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Commodity Prices
KR-CRB Spot Commodity Price Index: All Commodities
1967=100
600
500
400
300
200
90 95 00 05 10
Source: Commodity Research Bureau /Haver Analytics 07/08/11
(Shaded area indicates recession)
The CRB Index is an unmanaged index, which cannot be invested into directly. Past performance is no guarantee of future
results.
The Commodity Research Bureau (CRB) Index is an index that measures the overall direction of commodity sectors. The
CRB was designed to isolate and reveal the directional movement of prices in overall commodity trades.
The fast price swings in commodities and currencies will result in significant volatility in an investor's holdings.
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Institute for Supply Management (ISM) Index
ISM Manufacturing: PMI Composite Index
Seasonally Adjusted, 50+=Increasing
75
70
65
60
55
50
45
40
35
30
25
90 95 00 05 10
Source: Institute for Supply Management /Haver Analytics 07/08/11
(Shaded area indicates recession)
The ISM index is based on surveys of more than 300 manufacturing firms by the Institute of Supply Management. The ISM
Manufacturing Index monitors employment, production inventories, new orders, and supplier deliveries. A composite
diffusion index is created that monitors conditions in national manufacturing based on the data from these surveys.
Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) is an indicator of the economic health of the manufacturing sector. The PMI index is
based on five major indicators: new orders, inventory levels, production, supplier deliveries and the employment
environment.
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Consumer Sentiment
University of Michigan: Consumer Sentiment
Not Seasonally Adjusted, Q1-66=100
120
100
80
60
40
90 95 00 05 10
Source: University of Michigan /Haver Analytics 07/08/11
(Shaded area indicates recession)
The University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index (MCSI) is a survey of consumer confidence
conducted by the University of Michigan. The Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index (MCSI) uses telephone
surveys to gather information on consumer expectations regarding the overall economy.
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Federal Funds Rate
with Futures Implied Rates Going Out One Year
Federal Open Market Committee: Fed Funds Target Rate
%
10
8
6
4
2
0
90 95 00 05 10
Source: Federal Reserve Board /Haver Analytics 07/08/11
(Shaded area indicates recession)
The Federal Funds Rate is the interest rate at which a depository institution lends immediately available
funds (balances at the Federal Reserve) to another depository institution overnight.
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Federal Reserve (Fed) Balance Sheet
All Fed Res Banks: Total Assets
End Of Period, Bil.$
3000
2500
2000
1500
1000
500
0
90 95 00 05 10
Source: Federal Reserve Board /Haver Analytics 07/08/11
(Shaded area indicates recession)
The Federal Reserve Balance Sheet is the breakdown of the assets and liabilities held by the Federal
Reserve.
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S&P 500 EPS Historical
& Estimates for the Next Four Quarters
$120
$100
$80
$60
$40
$20
$0
1990
1992
1994
1996
1998
2000
2002
2004
2006
2008
2010
2012
Source: LPL Financial, Thomson Financial, Bloomberg data 7/11/11
The S&P 500 is an unmanaged index, which cannot be invested into directly. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.
The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index is a capitalization-weighted index of 500 stocks designed to measure performance of the broad domestic
economy through changes in the aggregate market value of 500 stocks representing all major industries.
Earnings per share (EPS) is the portion of a company's profit allocated to each outstanding share of common stock. EPS serves as an
indicator of a company's profitability. Earnings per share is generally considered to be the single most important variable in determining a
share's price. It is also a major component used to calculate the price-to-earnings valuation ratio.
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Historical S&P 500 PE Ratio Trailing & Forward
S&P 500 Forward PE Ratio S&P 500 Trailing PE Ratio
35 35
30 30
25 25
20 20
15 15
10 10
5 5
0 0
1978
1980
1982
1984
1986
1988
1990
1992
1994
1996
1998
2000
2002
2004
2006
2008
2010
1930
1935
1940
1945
1950
1955
1960
1965
1970
1975
1980
1985
1990
1995
2000
2005
2010
Source: LPL Financial, Thomson Financial, Bloomberg data 7/11/11
The S&P 500 is an unmanaged index, which cannot be invested into directly. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.
The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index is a capitalization-weighted index of 500 stocks designed to measure performance of the broad domestic economy through changes in
the aggregate market value of 500 stocks representing all major industries.
The P/E ratio (price-to-earnings ratio) is a measure of the price paid for a share relative to the annual net income or profit earned by the firm per share. It is a financial
ratio used for valuation: a higher P/E ratio means that investors are paying more for each unit of net income, so the stock is more expensive compared to one with
lower P/E ratio.
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High Yield Bond Spreads & Default Rate
Source: Barclays, Moody’s, LPL Financial 6/30/11
All Indices are unmanaged and cannot be invested into directly.
High yield/junk bonds (grade BB or below) are not investment grade securities, and are subject to higher interest rate, credit, and liquidity risks than those
graded BBB and above. They generally should be part of a diversified portfolio for sophisticated investors.
Bonds are subject to market and interest rate risk if sold prior to maturity. Bond values will decline as interest rates rise and are subject to availability and
change in price.
High-Yield spread is the yield differential between the average yield of high-yield bonds and the average yield of comparable maturity Treasury bonds.
The Default Rate This rate can be used in reference to two main things: The rate of borrowers who fail to remain current on their loans. It is a critical piece of
information used by lenders to determine their risk exposure and economists to evaluate the health of the overall economy. And, The interest rate charged to
a borrower when payments on a revolving line of credit are overdue. This higher rate is applied to outstanding balances in arrears in addition to the regular
interest charges for the debt.
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10-year Treasury yield & 10-year Treasury Yield
Minus Core Consumer Price Index (CPI)
10-Year Treasury Note Yield at Constant Maturity Real Yield
Average,% 10-yr Treasury Yield Less Core CPI (YOY)
6 3.5
3.0
5
2.5
4
2.0
Period Average
1.5
3
1.0
2
02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 0.5
Source: U.S. Treasury /Haver Analytics 07/08/11
02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11
Source: Haver Analytics 07/08/11
(Shaded area indicates recession)
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) is a measure of the average change over time in the prices paid by urban consumers for a market basket of consumer
goods and services.
Government bonds and Treasury Bills are guaranteed by the U.S. government as to the timely payment of principal and interest and, if held to maturity,
offer a fixed rate of return and fixed principal value. However, the value of a fund shares is not guaranteed and will fluctuate.
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Investment-Grade Corporate Spread & Yield
Source: Barclays, LPL Financial 7/8/11
Bonds are subject to market and interest rate risk if sold prior to maturity. Bond values will decline as interest rates rise and are subject to availability and change in price.
Corporate bonds are considered higher risk than government bonds but normally offer a higher yield and are subject to market, interest rate and credit risk as well as additional
risks based on the quality of issuer coupon rate, price, yield, maturity and redemption features.
High-Yield spread is the yield differential between the average yield of high-yield bonds and the average yield of comparable maturity Treasury bonds.
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Emerging Market Debt (EMD) Spread & Yield
Source: Barclays, LPL Financial 7/8/11
The Barclays Global EM Bond Index is unmanaged and cannot be invested into directly. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.
International and emerging markets investing involves special risks such as currency fluctuation and political instability and may not be suitable for all investors.
High-Yield spread is the yield differential between the average yield of high-yield bonds and the average yield of comparable maturity Treasury bonds.
Yield is the income return on an investment. This refers to the interest or dividends received from a security and is usually expressed annually as a percentage based
on the investment's cost, its current market value or its face value.
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30-year Municipal Yields as a Percentage of Treasuries
30-year AAA Municipal Yield as a Percentage of Treasuries
225
200
175
150
125
100
75
03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11
Source: Haver Analytics 07/08/11
(Shaded area indicates recession)
Municipal bonds are subject to availability, price, and to market and interest rate risk if sold prior to maturity. Bond values will decline as
interest rate rise. Interest income may be subject to the alternative minimum tax. Federally tax-free but other state and local taxes may
apply.
Bonds are subject to market and interest rate risk if sold prior to maturity. Bond values will decline as interest rates rise and are subject to
availability and change in price.
Government bonds and Treasury Bills are guaranteed by the U.S. government as to the timely payment of principal and interest and, if held
to maturity, offer a fixed rate of return and fixed principal value. However, the value of a fund shares is not guaranteed and will fluctuate.
An obligation rated 'AAA' has the highest rating assigned by Standard & Poor's. The obligor's capacity to meet its financial commitment on
the obligation is extremely strong.
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Trade Weighted Dollar
Nominal Trade-Weighted Exch Value of US$ vs Major Currencies
Mar-73=100
160
140
120
100
80
60
75 80 85 90 95 00 05 10
Source: Federal Reserve Board /Haver Analytics 07/08/11
(Shaded area indicates recession)
Trade weighted dollar is a representation of the foreign currency price of the US dollar or the export value of
the US dollar.
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Leading Economic Indicators
ECRI Weekly Leading Index
% Change - Year to Year 1992=100
30
20
10
0
-10
-20
-30
70 75 80 85 90 95 00 05 10
Source: Haver Analytics 07/12/11
(Shaded area indicates recession)
ECRI's Weekly Leading Index (WLI) is a composite index constructed of seven USA weekly economic series (M2, JOC-ECRI industrial
materials price index, initial unemployment insurance claims, mortgage applications, S&P 500, 10-yr Treasury bond yield, and bond quality
spread). The limited availability of weekly data constrains the number of variables in the composite index, but this has not hurt the WLI's
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Treasury & Muni Yield Curves
US Treasury Yield Curve AAA Municipal GO
5.00
5.00
4.50 4.50
4.00 4.00
3.50 3.50
3.00 3.00
Yield
2.50
Yield
2.50
2.00
2.00
1.50
1.50
1.00
1.00
0.50
0.00 0.50
2012
2014
2016
2018
2020
2022
2024
2026
2028
2030
2032
2034
2036
2038
2040
0.00
2012
2014
2016
2018
2020
2022
2024
2026
2028
2030
2032
2034
2036
2038
2040
Maturity Maturity
Source: Factset 07/08/11
An obligation rated 'AAA' has the highest rating assigned by Standard & Poor's. The obligor's capacity to meet its financial commitment on the obligation is extremely strong.
Municipal bonds are subject to availability, price, and to market and interest rate risk if sold prior to maturity. Bond values will decline as interest rate rise. Interest income may be
subject to the alternative minimum tax. Federally tax-free but other state and local taxes may apply.
Government bonds and Treasury Bills are guaranteed by the U.S. government as to the timely payment of principal and interest and, if held to maturity, offer a fixed rate of return
and fixed principal value. However, the value of a fund shares is not guaranteed and will fluctuate.
Bonds are subject to market and interest rate risk if sold prior to maturity. Bond values will decline as interest rates rise and are subject to availability and change in price.
Yield Curve is a line that plots the interest rates, at a set point in time, of bonds having equal credit quality, but differing maturity dates. The most frequently reported yield curve
compares the three-month, two-year, five-year and 30-year U.S. Treasury debt. This yield curve is used as a benchmark for other debt in the market, such as mortgage rates or
bank lending rates. The curve is also used to predict changes in economic output and growth.
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The Debt Ceiling Has Been Raised Numerous
Times Over the Past 25 Years
Public Debt Outstanding: Statutory Debt Limit
End Of Period, Tril.$
Treasury Securities Outstanding
Tril.$
15.0
12.5
10.0
7.5
5.0
02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11
Sources: U.S. Treasury /Haver Analytics 07/08/11
(Shaded area indicates recession)
The Statutory Debt Limit was established under the Second Liberty Bond Act of 1917 that limits the amount of public debt that can be
outstanding. The Statutory Debt Limit, or debt ceiling, prevents the U.S. Treasury from issuing new debt once the limit has been reached.
However, the debt limit can be raised, and has often been raised, with approval from the U.S. Congress.
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Markets Probably Underestimated the Impact of the Earthquake in Japan on the Global
Economy, but Now Conditions in Japan Have Begun to Improve Noticeably (Japan GDP)
Japanese Purchasing Managers Index
(Index Greater Than 50, Japanese Manufacturing Expanding
Index Less Than 50, Japanese Manufacturing Contracting )
65
60
55
50
45
40
35
30
25
Apr-04
Apr-05
Apr-06
Apr-07
Apr-08
Apr-09
Apr-10
Apr-11
Jan-04
Oct-04
Jan-05
Oct-05
Jan-06
Oct-06
Jan-07
Oct-07
Jan-08
Oct-08
Jan-09
Oct-09
Jan-10
Oct-10
Jan-11
Jul-04
Jul-05
Jul-06
Jul-07
Jul-08
Jul-09
Jul-10
Source: Bloomberg 07/11/11
Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is the monetary value of all the finished goods and services produced within a country's borders in a specific
time period, though GDP is usually calculated on an annual basis. It includes all of private and public consumption, government outlays,
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Selling Municipal Bonds
300%
Debt to GDP
250%
200%
150%
100%
50%
0%
California
Average State
United States
Portugal
Greece
Japan
Illinois
Source: LPL Financial, Center for Budget and Policy Research, Bureau of Economic Analysis 2/07/11
Debt-to-GDP is a measure of a country's federal debt in relation to its gross domestic product (GDP). By comparing what a country owes and
what it produces, the debt-to-GDP ratio indicates the country's ability to pay back its debt. The ratio is a coverage ratio on a national level.
Municipal bonds are subject to availability, price, and to market and interest rate risk if sold prior to maturity. Bond values will decline as interest
rate rise. Interest income may be subject to the alternative minimum tax. Federally tax-free but other state and local taxes may apply.
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As China’s Economy has Cooled, Inflation has Heated UP,
Prompting Higher Rates From China’s Central Bank
China: Real GDP: Year-to-Year Percent Change
%, (left scale)
China: Consumer Price Index
Not Seasonally Adjusted, year/year % change, (right scale)
14 10
8
12
6
10 4
2
8
0
6 -2
01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11
Sources: China National Bureau of Statistics /Haver Analytics 07/08/11
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) is a measure of the average change over time in the prices paid by urban consumers
for a market basket of consumer goods and services.
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The Federal Reserve’s Next Steps: LPL Financial Research’s
take on the Potential Process for Unwinding QE
Step 1 June 2011 End of QE2: Fed stops buying Treasuries to expand its balance sheet
Step 2 Second half 2011 Fed maintains size of balance sheet by reinvesting interest payments and maturing
debt
Step 3 2012 and beyond Fed begins to not reinvest allowing the balance sheet to start to contract
Fed begins to hike interest rates
Fed begins selling bonds
Quantitative Easing is a government monetary policy occasionally used to increase the money supply by buying government
securities or other securities from the market. Quantitative easing increases the money supply by flooding financial institutions
with capital in an effort to promote increased lending and liquidity.
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ISM & S&P 500 Performance Moves in Step
65 ISM S&P 500 YOY% 50%
40%
60
30%
55 20%
10%
50
0%
-10%
45
-20%
40 -30%
-40%
35
-50%
30 -60%
1997 1999 2001 2003 2005 2007 2009 2011
Source: LPL Financial, Bloomberg data 6/1/11
The ISM index is based on surveys of more than 300 manufacturing firms by the Institute of Supply Management. The ISM Manufacturing Index
monitors employment, production inventories, new orders, and supplier deliveries. A composite diffusion index is created that monitors conditions in
national manufacturing based on the data from these surveys.
The Standard & Poor’s 500 Index is a capitalization-weighted index of 500 stocks designed to measure performance of the broad domestic economy
through changes in the aggregate market value of 500 stocks representing all major industries and cannot be invested into directly.. Past performance
is no guarantee of future results.
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Classic Bubble Comparison
1200%
NASDAQ 3/16/1990
1000%
Oil Price 6/26/1998
800% S&P 500 Homebuilders 6/30/1995
Gold Price 1/4/2002
600%
400%
200%
0%
-200%
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Year of Bubble
Source: LPL Financial, Bloomberg Data 5/9/11
Bubble describes an economic cycle characterized by rapid expansion followed by a contraction.
The fast price swings in commodities and currencies will result in significant volatility in an investor's holdings.
Precious metal investing is subject to substantial fluctuation and potential for loss.
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Important Disclosure
The opinions voiced in this material are for general information only and are not intended to provide or be construed as providing specific investment advice or
recommendations for any individual. To determine which investments may be appropriate for you, consult your financial advisor prior to investing. All performance
referenced is historical and is no guarantee of future results. All indices are unmanaged and cannot be invested into directly.
This research material has been prepared by LPL Financial.
The LPL Financial family of affiliated companies includes LPL Financial and UVEST Financial Services Group, Inc., each of which is a member of FINRA/SIPC.
To the extent you are receiving investment advice from a separately registered independent investment advisor, please note that LPL Financial is not an affiliate of and
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