FICC Focus Looking Through Tariffs, With Principal’s Shah: Macro Matters
Apr 11, 2025
Seema Shah, Chief Global Strategist for Principal Asset Management, shares her expertise on navigating the turbulent markets shaped by tariffs and inflation. She emphasizes the value of real estate and public infrastructure as promising investment avenues. Discussions also highlight the resilience of the financial sector and the importance of global diversification. Shah dives into the geopolitical risks impacting regions like Eastern Europe and Taiwan, advising investors to adapt their strategies to mitigate potential inflation.
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Volatility Favors Strategic Positioning
- Investors face extreme volatility and uncertainty due to shifting policy and tariffs.
- Strategic portfolio positioning is favored over tactical moves in this environment.
Stay Invested During Volatility
- Avoid fully exiting risk assets amid volatility to not miss rapid upside rallies.
- Maintain at least benchmark exposure to equities due to nearing market floor and rally potential.
Global Reshoring Boosts Growth Outlook
- Global economies are actively reshoring and investing in infrastructure, promising long-term growth.
- Valuations combined with strong fundamentals guide global diversified investment opportunities.