Bloomberg Surveillance
Bloomberg Surveillance: BlackRock's Kate Moore
Mar 6, 2024
Discussions on inflation, Fed policy, and rate cuts with BlackRock's Kate Moore. Analysis of corporate margins, asset allocation, and economic worries. Positive performance of US and Japanese equities with focus on growth potential and policy changes.
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Quick takeaways
- Importance of waiting for data before implementing rate cuts by the Federal Reserve.
- Advocacy for balanced portfolio approach with emphasis on credit investments and consideration of alternative assets.
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Interest Rate Forecast and Market Dynamics
BlackRock's Kate Moore discusses the Federal Reserve's approach to rate cuts, emphasizing the importance of waiting for more data before implementing changes. Moore suggests that while inflation remains a concern, focusing on company fundamentals and earnings performance is crucial for investment decisions. She expresses confidence in US corporate sectors' ability to preserve and expand margins, driving equity market sentiment. Despite potential risks such as geopolitical tensions and election uncertainty affecting consumer behavior, Moore maintains a positive outlook on equities, particularly favoring the US and Japanese markets.
