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The Market Is OVERREACTING to Policy Uncertainty | Jeff deGraaf

Mar 5, 2025
Jeff deGraaf, founder of Renaissance Macro Research with over 35 years of market insight, discusses why he believes a recession is unlikely. He breaks down the current market regime and explores the resilience of various S&P sectors amid economic uncertainties. Jeff compares U.S. markets to those in Europe and China, examines the outlook for yields, credit spreads, and offers perspectives on both gold and Bitcoin. His analysis highlights the investment landscape for 2025, focusing on how policy uncertainty impacts market reactions.
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  • Jeff deGraaf argues that the market is overreacting to policy uncertainty, indicating that a recession is unlikely with current positive sector performances.
  • He emphasizes the importance of understanding global market dynamics, highlighting a favorable outlook for European and Chinese equities amidst geopolitical changes.

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