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‘US inflation may not be retreating as fast as some hope’ – Versace

Price pressures in the US are creeping back in, says Chris Versace, CIO of Tematica Research, and this could mean the Federal Reserve could push back on expectations for six interest rate cuts in the coming months.

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Versace also discusses the outlook for tech stocks in 2024 with IGTV financial analyst Angeline Ong.

(AI Video Summary)

Warnings of stocks becoming overvalued and inflation

In this video interview, Chris Versace, CIO of Tematica Research, talks about the future of the stock market in 2024. He starts by mentioning that the S&P 500 and NASDAQ 100 composite have been performing really well lately, but he also warns that they might be reaching a point where they are overvalued. This means that the prices of some stocks might be higher than what they're actually worth. For example, companies like Nike, FedEx, General Mills, and Accenture have given disappointing guidance, which has made investors question the high prices of some stocks.

Versace also talks about a potential issue with inflation. Inflation is when the prices of goods and services keep going up. He mentions that even though the inflation rate has been under control recently, there are signs that it might start getting worse again. This could affect the Federal Reserve's decision to decrease interest rates, which could have a big impact on the stock market.

Investment opportunities

Despite these concerns, Versace believes that there are still opportunities for investors to make money. He suggests looking at companies that are expected to grow their earnings faster than the overall market. He also mentions that it's worth paying attention to companies that are causing disruptions in their industries. For example, he mentions Microsoft as a company that is doing really well in the AI (artificial intelligence) space.

In conclusion, Versace thinks there might be a correction in the stock market soon, but he also sees potential for growth in certain sectors. He advises investors to be cautious of how much they're paying for stocks, but also encourages them to look for opportunities in companies that are positioned for disruption and earnings growth.


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