Darrell Spence, Economist at Capital Group, sat down with Julie Cooling, Founder & CEO of RIA Channel, to discuss the potential for a near-term U.S. economic recession. Understanding economic cycles and their varied effects on financial markets allows advisors to better prepare clients for expected volatility. This understanding further drives proper portfolio positioning and asset class exposures given various risk tolerances.
Spence discusses his research on key economic indicators and provides a historical perspective. He offers insight into various market sectors that move in or out of sync given certain economic environments. Spence further discusses concerns around the increase in corporate debt and preparing for a potential recession.
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