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1 THE blackrock LIST What to Know, What to Do 2015 mid-year update
2 Welcome to The BlackRock List Six months down and so far 2015 has been playing out largely to script. The divergence in economic growth and central bank policy that we identified in January had some predictable effects. The most obvious was a strengthening in the U.S. dollar and a coincident drop in commodities prices. But the first half was not without surprises. Interest rates unexpectedly plunged early in the year, due partly to a bigger surprise: a softening in the U.S. economy. To be sure, the U.S. got off to a rough start, just as Europe notched a surprisingly good first quarter. And that meant U.S./Europe divergence was not as great as we expected. Still, the global divergence dynamic was undeniable in the first half. Equities in Europe, Japan and even emerging markets outperformed U.S. stocks struggling with the stronger dollar. Looking ahead, the next act in the Age of Divergence centers on the Federal Reserve (Fed), which has made it clear higher interest rates are coming our best guess is in the fall. The first rate hike in nearly 10 years might sound like a big deal, but perspective is important. Rates will inch up, but a host of factors will keep them relatively low. And while liftoff might prompt short-term volatility, particularly in certain segments of the market, the longer-term impact looks more benign. We believe U.S. stocks can climb higher in the second half, but investors should expect a bumpier ride, and should not count on the double-digit gains of the past few years. Better value exists overseas, particularly in Europe, Japan and some emerging markets. And at the risk of sounding like a broken record, we would still tread lightly in the bond market holds six more months of potential opportunity. To help you navigate your way through the second half, and toward your financial goals, we offer our Mid-Year Update to The BlackRock List: What to Know and What to Do in [2] The blackrock List: what to know, what to do
3 What to Know and Do in 2015 Mid-Year Update 5 Things to Know Central Banks find it hard to part Fed Will Lift Off, World Will Not End U.S. Economy Slow, But Moving Forward Inflation SHOWING SHADES OF LOW With Fed in Play, Expect More Volatility 5 things to do favor Stocks Over Bonds, But Be Choosy look overseas for opportunities Watch Your Step in Bonds Resist the urge to exit Seek Growth in a Low-Growth World 2015 mid-year update [3]
4 Things to KNOW 5 Things to Know 1 Central Banks Find It Hard to Part The diverging central bank policies we discussed at the beginning of the year continue to play out. As the Fed sets a course to raise interest rates, roughly 20 of the 75 biggest economies have cut rates in the first half and, notably, the Bank of Japan and the European Central Bank (ECB) remain in easing mode. But an interesting paradox has developed: The dollar strength resulting from divergence has become a headwind for many U.S. corporations dependent on exports. This, in turn, has contributed to slower growth in the U.S. economy, which has made the Fed cautious about raising rates. Expect divergence to continue for the next several months. The dollar should remain strong, albeit with some reversals, which means downward pressure on commodities prices, inflation and the earnings of U.S. exporters. 2 Fed Will Lift Off, World Will Not End The Fed has made it clear that it will finally raise its short-term interest rate target over the next few months. While this is a significant event, we do not believe it is the game changer many may assume. To begin, rates will increase from zero to simply low. In addition, structural factors such as an aging population, which increases demand for income and bonds, are likely to keep rates low over the long term. Still, there will be some impact in fact, we ve already seen rates inch up, along with volatility. Short-term bonds will be most affected by higher rates, while longer-term bond yields should inch up at a gentler pace. High-dividend stocks that have served as bond market proxies are also likely to suffer, but overall, stocks reaction to liftoff should be relatively tempered. [4] The blackrock List: what to know, what to do
5 3 U.S. Economy Slow, But Moving Forward One of the striking developments of 2015 has been the weakness of the U.S. economy compared to the relatively high expectations many had going into the year. The main culprits: the stronger dollar, severe winter weather and a West Coast port strike. And while the employment picture has brightened, consumer spending remains sluggish. We still believe the U.S. economy is headed in the right direction and expect a resumption in growth in the second half. Slow-but-steady growth in the U.S. economy should support modest advances in stocks. 4 Inflation Showing Shades of Low Despite numerous calls for a spike, U.S. inflation remains comfortably low due to a number of factors, some short term (a strong dollar, sluggish demand for products) and some long term (aging populations, technological innovation). In Europe, where inflation had been too low, the ECB s easing measures have pushed the readings back into positive territory. In Japan, however, inflation is too low, veering perilously close to deflation. Comfortably low U.S. inflation is good news for American businesses and consumers, and lending some support to stocks. But the bigger impact may be felt in European stocks, which stand to benefit from further ECB easing. 5 With Fed in Play, Expect More Volatility After a period of relative calm in April and early May, stock market volatility has started to inch up again, coincident with increasing expectations for a Fed rate hike. And while current volatility readings are below the long-term trend, we acknowledge that even moving back toward normal can be painful. The bright side of this bumpy ride is that conditions are still broadly supportive of stocks. That means any corrections that volatility brings aren t likely to be too severe and may present buying opportunities. Volatility will be higher than the unusually low levels of recent years, but market dips may present buying opportunities. With this as context for the second half, what follows are WHAT TO DO actions for investors to consider mid-year update [5]
6 Things to DO Favor Stocks Over Bonds, But Be Choosy Stocks are still the preferred asset class. The lackluster performance of U.S. stocks so far this year makes sense. Economic data have not met expectations, the strong dollar is hurting company earnings, and consumer spending is sluggish. Adding to these challenges, U.S. stock prices range from fully valued to expensive, especially relative to other developed markets. But know this: Bonds are even more expensive, and that means stocks are still the preferred asset class. The trick (or the wisdom) is to be choosy. At this stage in the cycle (six years into a bull market) and in light of the economic backdrop, we would be cautious on segments of the U.S. stock market that are most affected when interest rates go up, such as utilities. Greater value can be found in sectors positioned to benefit from economic growth, such as technology and financials. Stocks still look better than bonds, but seek out sectors offering relative value. Stocks Still Better Value Than Bonds, But Sector Matters Valuation Percentile Relative to Historic Norms 100% Fixed Income Equity EXPENSIVE 50 CHEAP 0 German Bund Japanese JGB Italian BTP U.K. Gilt U.S. Treasury U.S. TIPS U.S. Stocks Overall Consumer Discretionary Materials Utilities Health Care Financials Consumer Staples Telecoms Industrials Information Technology Energy Sources: BlackRock Investment Institute and Thomson Reuters, 5/29/15. Percentile ranks show valuations of assets versus their historical ranges. Example: If an asset is in the 75th percentile, this means it trades at a valuation equal to or greater than 75% of its history. Valuation percentiles are based on an aggregation of standard valuation measures versus their long-term history. Government bonds are 10-year benchmark issues. Treasury Inflation Protected Securities (TIPS) are represented by nominal U.S. 10-year Treasuries minus inflation expectations. Equity valuations are based on MSCI U.S. sector indexes and are an average of percentile ranks versus available history of earnings yield, trend real earnings, dividend yield, price to book, price to cash flow and 12-month forward earnings yield. Historical range extends back to [6] The blackrock List: what to know, what to do
7 Things to DO Look Overseas for Opportunities This year has served as a reminder of why it makes sense to include international stocks in your portfolio. Through May, stocks in Europe and Japan had gained nearly 13% and 20%, respectively, while the U.S. was up just over 2% (all in local currency terms). Even emerging markets, which have lagged the U.S. for some time now, have outperformed the U.S. this year. While it s true that Europe is no longer cheap, and faces political challenges, and emerging markets remain volatile, we still expect them to notch decent performance relative to pricier U.S. equities. Europe and Japan, in particular, should also continue to benefit from market-friendly central bank easing. We have long been proponents of increasing international exposure, but even more so these days. Are you tapping into all the world markets have to offer? Dollar strength makes American goods expensive and less competitive overseas, dragging down earnings growth prospects for U.S. companies. The earnings picture looks brighter elsewhere. Strong Dollar a Boon for Non-U.S. Equities Change in Regional Earnings Estimates, % JAPAN % EUROZONE -3.3 % U.S. September 2014 November 2014 January 2015 March 2015 May 2015 Sources: BlackRock Investment Institute and Thomson Reuters, June Chart shows the change in aggregate 12-month forward earnings estimates for MSCI U.S., EMU and Japan rebased to zero at the end of third quarter mid-year update [7]
8 Things to DO Watch Your Step in Bonds Not all bonds are created equal. Know what you own, and be flexible. Navigating the fixed income markets remains challenging. The expected Fed rate hike has caused the yields on shorter-term bonds to rise in recent weeks. And although longer-term bond yields also have risen (and their prices dropped) recently, we still see few bargains for buyers of bonds. We suggest looking to the high yield sector, which is typically less sensitive to rate movements, and to tax-exempt municipal bonds, which currently offer attractive yields before and after tax. Most of all, income seekers must keep in mind that rates around most of the world will remain low for some time despite the Fed s action, so flexibility and selectivity are critical in fixed income asset allocation. Even though the Fed will raise rates, don t expect abundant income opportunity in the short term. Income seekers should broaden their reach, but with a discerning eye in fixed income. Income Isn t What It Used to Be Percent of Bonds Yielding More Than 4%, % 70 % 65 % 70 % 90 % 95 % 80 % 55 % 60% 40 % 20 % 15 % 15 % 15 % 10 % Sources: BlackRock Investment Institute, Barclays and Thomson Reuters. Based on 20 fixed income indexes that represent the bond markets. As of 12/31/14. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. [8] The blackrock List: what to know, what to do
9 $ 326,414 $ 255,393 $ 203,393 $164,454 Things to DO Resist the Urge to Exit There are any number of reasons why investors may want to head for the exits: higher volatility, fears of a bubble, or concerns over what the Fed may do. In addition, we re seeing episodes where stocks and bonds are moving more in sync as investors anticipate higher interest rates in the U.S. Despite the temptation to abandon the markets, we believe the better strategy for long-term investors is to stay the course. Yes, adjust your portfolio to be better prepared for what lies ahead, and we re not opposed to using some cash as an important ballast during times when stock and bond correlations are high. But overall, it is still preferable to weather volatility than attempt to time the ups and downs of the market. Staying the course is often the best advice. Evidence shows that time in the market produces better results than trying to time the market. Missing Top-Performing Days Can Hurt Your Return Growth of a Hypothetical $100,000 Investment in the S&P 500 Index, $ 654,055 $ 433,895 Stayed Invested Missed 5 Days Missed 10 Days Missed 15 Days Missed 20 Days Missed 25 Days Sources: BlackRock; Bloomberg. The S&P 500 Index is an unmanaged index that is generally considered representative of the U.S. stock market. It is not possible to invest directly in an index. Past performance is no guarantee of future results mid-year update [9]
10 Things to DO Seek Growth in a Low-Growth World Equip your portfolio with differentiated sources of risk and return. What s an investor to do in a slow-growth world where many traditional assets are looking pricey? Cast a wider net in pursuit of your financial goals. International stocks (including emerging markets), infrastructure or real estate can add growth to a portfolio. You might even consider alternative investments. These additions can help to diversify a portfolio while providing greater growth opportunities. Diversification doesn t guarantee profits or prevent loss (nothing does), but it does allow you to spread your risk across a broader set of instruments that may respond differently to a given set of market conditions. And in a world that still offers little in the way of screaming opportunities, mixing it up may be one of the best things you can do. Expand beyond traditional assets in an effort to optimize your portfolio s results. More Growth Doesn t Have to Mean More Risk % AVERAGE ANNUAL 5.79 TOTAL RETURN Enhanced Asset Allocation 50% ENHANCED EQUITY* 35% ENHANCED FIXED INCOME* 15% ALTERNATIVE ASSETS 7.74 % 8.81 % % AVERAGE ANNUAL 5.40 TOTAL RETURN 60/40 Asset Allocation 60% EQUITY 40% FIXED INCOME Lower Risk Higher Risk STANDARD DEVIATION * The Asset Allocation With Alternatives assumes a 15% allocation to alternative assets, as well as a 5% reallocation to alternative equity strategies and a 5% reallocation to fixed income alternative strategies. The original 60% equity allocation was reduced by 15%, with 5% reallocated to alternative equity strategies (bringing the equity allocation to 50%). The original 40% fixed income allocation was reduced by 10%, with 5% reallocated to alternative fixed income strategies (bringing the fixed income allocation to 35%). The hypothetical is provided for illustrative purposes only. The example is are not based on an actual investment and is meant as conceptual. Actual outcomes will vary over different time periods and will depend on actual allocations to stocks, bonds and alternative strategies. Sources: BlackRock, Informa lnvestment Solutions. Equity is represented by the S&P 500 Index. Fixed Income is represented by the Barclays U.S. Aggregate Bond Index. The 15% allocation to alternative assets is represented by a 5% allocation to the Goldman Sachs Commodity Index, a 5% allocation to the Barclay Currency Traders Index and a 5% allocation to the NAREIT Equity Index. The 5% allocation to alternative equity strategies is represented by the Dow Jones/Credit Suisse Long Short Equity Index. The 5% allocation to alternative fixed income strategies is represented by the Dow Jones/Credit Suisse Fixed Income Arbitrage Index. The annualized returns for the indexes shown during this time period were: 4.68% for the S&P 500 Index, 5.23% for the Barclays U.S. Aggregate Bond Index, 6.18% for the Goldman Sachs Commodity Index, 2.89% for the Barclays Currency Traders Index, 10.49% for the NAREIT Equity Index, 8.26% for the Dow Jones/Credit Suisse Long Short Equity Index and 5.38% for the Dow Jones/Credit Suisse Fixed Income Arbitrage Index. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Index performance is shown for illustrative purposes only. It is not possible to invest directly in an index. Incorporating alternative investments into a portfolio may involve substantial risk and presents the opportunity for significant losses. Some alternative investments have experienced periods of extreme volatility and are not suitable for all investors. [10] The blackrock List: what to know, what to do
11 About the Author Russ Koesterich Global Chief Investment Strategist Russ Koesterich, CFA, Managing Director, is BlackRock s Global Chief Investment Strategist. He is a founding member of the BlackRock Investment Institute, delivering BlackRock s insights on global investment issues. During his more than 20-year career as an investment researcher and strategist, Russ has served as the Global Head of Investment Strategy for Scientific Active Equities and as senior portfolio manager in the U.S. Market Neutral Group at BlackRock. Russ is a prolific commentator on the markets, can regularly be seen on CNBC, Fox Business News and Bloomberg TV, and is often quoted in the print media, including The Wall Street Journal and Barron s. RELATED RESOURCES Nearing Normal The latest publication from the BlackRock Investment Institute provides an in-depth discussion of the global trends that may drive financial markets in the second half. BlackRock Investment Directions BlackRock s monthly asset allocation recommendations, with a focus on ways to position your portfolio in the months ahead. Waiting on the World to Change? Offers a look at interest rate liftoff and the structural factors that might serve to keep rates low for longer mid-year update [11]
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