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Many Surprises Ahead; My Last Bearish Call
Seeking Alpha • • business
Key Points:
- The author maintains a 'buy' recommendation on long-term bond ETFs IEF and TLT, anticipating capital inflows due to concerns about economic weakness and persistent inflation.
- Recent economic indicators, including declines in ISM manufacturing PMI and new orders, suggest a cooling economy, with inflation expected to surprise on the downside aided by AI-driven cost reductions.
- Energy prices are projected to ease by the first half of 2027, supported by oil supply recovery and US-Venezuela agreements, which could alleviate inflationary pressures and favor bonds.
- The upcoming IPO of AI company Anthropic is seen as a key near-term catalyst for AI-related equities, with tactical investment opportunities identified in select B2B technology firms with strong institutional backing and reasonable valuations.
- The author, drawing on extensive market experience, emphasizes a cautious outlook on the broader market, preferring fundamentally solid, mid-term growth investments at reasonable prices, while acknowledging the challenges faced by retail investors today.
