

Positioning into Year-End 11/27/24
8 snips Nov 27, 2024
Shannon Secosia, an astute investment committee member, dives deep into the Federal Reserve's recent strategies and their ripple effects on the market. The discussion highlights the tech sector's struggles, particularly with semiconductors and disappointing earnings from Dell. Shannon emphasizes the need for strategic positioning as we approach year-end, offering insights on retail performance during the holiday rush and the shifting landscape of cybersecurity investments. It's a mix of caution and opportunity as investors look ahead into 2025.
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Tech Sector Weakness
- Tech sector weakness is driving market indices lower.
- Semiconductors, hardware, and software stocks are all down, impacting overall market performance.
Tech Valuations and Fiscal Policy
- Tech valuations are a concern, especially given the compression between top companies' earnings growth and the rest of the S&P 500.
- Focus on fiscal policy over monetary policy will be key in 2025.
Tech as Funding Source
- Tech stocks may be a source of funds for other sectors.
- Momentum in big cap tech has slowed despite new highs, and concerns about demand and tariffs are arising.