The recent two-day market pullback may be a warning to investors. Markets can move quickly, and as Liz Ann Sonders and her team at Schwab caution, some signs of impending change are evident. The Schwab Market Commentary advises investors about what to do now. One way to protect your investments is through global diversification. So why are investors reluctant to use this strategy? Anthony Davidow illustrates the reasons why they should reconsider. A number of economists don’t see a bear market on the horizon. Charles Lieberman, chief investment officer and founding member at Advisors Capital Management, explains his optimistic outlook.

Schwab Market Perspective: Always Be Prepared — Recent stock market action reminds us how quickly things can change. It’s also a reminder that seemingly-subtle shifts in the direction of fundamental data can lead to significant moves in the markets. Read more…

Why Global Diversification Matters — Since the beginning of the bull market in 2009, U.S. stocks have outperformed international stocks, causing some investors to question the merits of global asset allocation. However, times like these show why the adage “don’t put all your eggs in one basket” is so vital for investors. Read more…

A Looming Bear Market In Stocks? Don’t Bet On It — The recent meltdown in stocks that saw the S&P 500 tumble 5.28 percent over the course of two days sparked an outpouring of views on how rising interest rates are bursting a bubble that drove equity prices to unrealistically high levels. Most of this so-called logic is hyperbole. Read more…

 

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