Investing Strategies: How To Invest In Times Of Heightened Volatility | Hosted By Alissa Coram

TL;DR

Markets are experiencing volatility due to trade tensions and uncertain economic conditions. The Chief Investment Strategist at Tengler Wealth Management discusses the current market situation, the impact on consumer confidence, and potential outcomes of the trade conflict. The CEO of Granite Shares also talks about the recent rally in gold and why it is a safe haven asset for investors.

Transcript

hi everyone and welcome to Investing Strategies it's Alissa Coram with Investor's Business Daily from the Nasdaq market site in Times Square today we're analyzing the impact of further trade or escalation with heightened volatility being the new norm what trading tactics should investors deploy now the chief investment strategist as Tingler wealth ... Read More

Key Insights

• ☠️ Interest rates declining globally, along with uncertainty and a slowing global economy, are driving investors towards safe-haven assets like gold.
• ⌛ Gold prices have risen but are still not near their all-time highs, making it an attractive investment in uncertain times.
• 🙈 Other precious metals like silver, palladium, and platinum are also seeing price increases due to their perceived value in uncertain economic conditions.
• 🫥 To find top-performing stocks in volatile markets, investors should look for stocks with a strong relative strength line, indicating they are outperforming the market.

Questions & Answers

Q: How has the market performed this year despite the volatility?

The market has performed well, with double-digit returns, but recent bad news about trade and low liquidity in August caused exaggerated movements. Continued volatility is expected as the trade conflict remains unresolved.

Q: What impact does the trade conflict have on consumer confidence?

The trade conflict will eventually impact the consumer, as companies may be unable to avoid passing on price hikes due to tariffs. This could have a negative effect on consumer confidence and future economic growth.

Q: How are CEO confidence and business spending affected by the trade conflict?

CEO confidence is declining due to uncertainty about the rules of the game in the trade conflict. This lack of confidence leads to reduced business spending, which hinders productivity and corporate margins in the face of rising wages.

Q: How should investors position their portfolios during this volatile time?

In a choppy market, defensive trades like electric utilities and software companies have performed well. Investors should also focus on dividend-paying companies that are growing their dividends, as these are often indicators of future earnings prospects.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• The market has been volatile due to trade tensions and reduced liquidity in August, with investors expecting continued uncertainty.

• Consumer confidence is affected by the trade conflict, as companies may pass on tariffs to consumers.

• The trade issue and declining manufacturing numbers have raised concerns about CEO confidence, business spending, and future earnings prospects.

• In a choppy market, defensive stocks like electric utilities and software companies may outperform, along with dividend-paying companies that are growing their dividends.