The absolute and relative performance of various asset classes is systematically related to macroeconomic trends. In this new book, Robert McGee provides a thorough guide to each stage of the business cycle and analyzes the investment implications using real-world examples linking economic dynamics to investment results.

Autorentext
Tim McGee (New York, NY) is Director of Macro Strategy & Research at US Trust, Bank of America Private Wealth Management, where he serves on the Investment Strategy Committee. Prior to this role he was a Chief Economist with the company. In this capacity he manages a team that researches global economic trends and turns them into strategies for investment professionals and high net worth clients.

Inhalt

1. Cycles and Trends 2. Business Cycles and Trends 3. Monetary Policy Cycles and Trends 4. Credit Cycles and Trends 5. Equity Market Cycles and Trends 6. Commodity Market Cycles and Trends 7. Other Major Trend Drivers: Technological Change and Globalization 8. Case Study: The 2007-2008 Financial Crisis