Equities advanced in April, but hedges remain few and far between, as traditional risk mitigants like bonds and gold continue to show a correlation with stocks.
While Russ acknowledges that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East has contributed near-term volatility, he also notes that these rising tensions are occurring against the backdrop of a solid U.S. economy.
In this article, Russ Koesterich notes the year-to-date strength of both cyclical and defensive stocks, a pairing that seems too strange to last.
In this article, Russ Koesterich discusses the merits of continuing to hold tech companies while also exploring diversification outside of the sector.
Finding ways to effectively diversify a multi-asset portfolio allows investors to maintain their strategic equity allocation while managing risk. We may be entering a period when bonds can, at least in part, start to once again fulfill that function.
In this article, Russ Koesterich discusses gold’s recent positive correlation with stocks, particularly those names showing strong price momentum.
In this article, Russ Koesterich explains why the technology sector will likely continue to dominate equity returns into 2026.
In this article, Russ Koesterich discusses how September, typically a month that exhibits seasonal market weakness, is showing surprising strength.
In this article, Russ Koesterich discusses the merits of increasing one’s allocation to gold ahead of the potential for some seasonal volatility in the fall.
In this article, Russ Koesterich discusses his latest recommendations around portfolio positioning in anticipation of a potentially more volatile fall.
In this article, Russ Koesterich discusses resiliency in the tech sector and why he believes adding further to core positions in the space is justified.
In this article, Russ Koesterich discusses the recent movement in oil prices and the commodity’s relationship to stocks within the broader economy
In this article, Russ Koesterich discusses the recent performance of gold and its ongoing role as a store of value in investors’ portfolios.
In this article, Russ Koesterich discusses the potential impact of seasonal weakness, momentum and the effect these factors could have on earnings in 2H2025.
In this article, Russ Koesterich discusses the ongoing uncertainty around tariffs and how investors can protect their portfolios against the potential for an environment of prolonged and heighted volatility.
How recent market volatility has contributed to a sharp reversal in global equities.
Russ Koesterich discusses the risk of higher interest rates and the potential impact (both positive and negative) such a move could have on markets.
In this article, Russ Koesterich discusses why gold may continue to advance in 2025 despite a stronger dollar and elevated real rate environment.
While stocks can move higher, the bond market will continue to matter. Higher rates suggest that equity leadership may continue to reside in companies that are relatively rate insensitive.
Why cyclical leadership in equities could continue into 2025.
Why the equity market rally following the U.S. presidential election could continue into year-end.
In this article, Russ Koesterich discusses why he believes U.S. exceptionalism is a trend that is likely to continue.
In this article, Russ Koesterich discusses gold may continue to serve as a store of value in the current environment.
In this article, Russ Koesterich discusses why the next bout of market volatility may last a bit longer than previous downturns and how to best position your portfolio against this backdrop.
An analysis of the leadership reversal and market sell-off observed in recent weeks and why an emphasis on equities with consistent fundamentals is justified.
In this article, Russ Koesterich discusses factors behind gold’s impressive performance year to date.
In this article, Russ Koesterich discusses why bonds are still not a reliable hedge for equities in an environment where inflation remains elevated and volatile.
In this article, Russ Koesterich discusses the YTD strength of energy stocks and why it could continue.
In this article, Russ Koesterich discusses why stocks are proving to be resilient in the face of higher rates and muted expectations for monetary easing.
How momentum and election cycles may shift the impact and timing of seasonal trends.
In this article, Russ Koesterich discusses why a higher rate environment may still allow stocks to end the year higher.
Why the current momentum trade, despite stretched valuations, could continue.
In this article, Russ Koesterich discusses the reason behind the recent resiliency of stocks, despite rising rates.
In this article, Russ Koesterich discusses why a different approach to portfolio construction within equities is warranted in 2024.
In this article, Russ Koesterich discusses why equity performance in 2024 may be more muted and warrant more focused positioning across segments of the market.
Year-to-date, technology has outperformed the broader market largely given the prevalence of low leverage, high profitability and consistent earnings across many names in the mega-cap tech space.
In many ways, 2023 continues to be the mirror image of 2022, with the most volatile assets being some of the best performers for much of the year.
Following the YTD strength in equity markets, Russ Koesterich discusses how a combination of cyclical, and a growth bias may serve investors well in today’s market.
Russ Koesterich CFA, JD, Managing Director, and Portfolio Manager discusses how improving economic expectations may suggest adding to cyclical areas of the market.
Since the March trough the S&P 500 Index has gained around 14% and ten-year Treasury yields have risen roughly 0.50%. As market conditions have improved, inter-asset correlations have also shifted.
With stocks struggling to break out of their range, rates climbing, and valuations stretched investors are rightly asking whether it’s time to sell.
Stocks are having a great year, but gold is doing even better. Year-to-date global equities are up roughly 9% in dollar terms; gold has advanced more than 10%.
Since early March bonds and growth stocks have rallied, and for the first time since 2021 bonds have resumed their role as an equity hedge.
Russ Koesterich, CFA, JD, Managing Director and Portfolio Manager, of the Global Allocation team discusses whether markets have bottomed or not.
The list of assets that have risen year-to-date is both short and odd: energy, broad commodity indexes and the dollar.
Russ Koesterich, Managing Director and Portfolio Manager, of the Global Allocation team explains why investors should expand their definition of quality in today’s market environment.
Russ Koesterich, Managing Director and Portfolio Manager of the Global Allocation team, discusses the case for the cheaper segments of growth stocks.
Russ discusses the recent volatility and how to hedge the risk in the current environment.
BlackRock Portfolio Manager, Russ Koesterich, CFA, JD discusses his preference for the US dollar over a long Treasury hedge in the current markets.
September lived up to its reputation as a bad month for stocks. Global equity markets declined more than 4%, making September the worst month since the start of the pandemic. Beyond seasonal weakness, many attributed equity losses to higher interest rates.
