Does the U.S. Bull Market still have room to run?
Two of our top experts discuss what investors should watch for next
U.S. EQUITIES HAVE REBOUNDED strongly in the 10 years since the global financial crisis threw markets around the world into a tailspin. Just this past August, the S&P 500 marked the longest-running bull market in American history. But there have been signs that returns for stocks are slowing, and some are wondering whether the bull market has run its course. So what should investors watch for from here? And do stocks still have room to grow?
For answers, Chris Hyzy, chief investment officer for Merrill Lynch and U.S. Trust, spoke with Michael Hartnett, chief investment strategist for BofA Merrill Lynch Global Research. In this wide-ranging audio conversation, they discuss their outlook for equities, the factors that are driving the investment landscape, and which sectors look most attractive as the current market cycle continues to mature.
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