Deutsche Bank has delved into centuries of economic data, unearthing potential indicators of imminent recessions and deciphering patterns that span across 323 years of global economic trends. This exploration of economic cycles includes a list of recessions, expansions, and market downturns dating back to the 1700s, meticulously dissecting the triggers and warning signs behind historical recessions.
Welcome to this week’s analysis, where we’ll be taking a deep dive into a select group of oligopolistic stocks with the potential to outperform the market (US500). Our team has gone through an extensive research process, sifting through hundreds of companies to identify the most promising investment opportunities in oligopolistic industries. Oligopolistic industries are characterised by a few dominant players who wield significant control over the market, enabling them to benefit from greater pricing power, economies of scale, and high barriers to entry. These factors often contribute to sustained profitability and a strong competitive advantage for the firms involved.
Welcome to this week’s publication where we’ll be analysing the USTECH100 index. Last week was particularly volatile for the stock market, with the index dropping more than 700 points since the start of the month on fears that the Federal Reserve would be more aggressive in its tightening of monetary policy. These fears were prompted by the release of the minutes from the Fed’s January meeting, which revealed that some policymakers were considering raising interest rates by 50 bps due to concerns about rising inflation. As a result, investors are now closely watching the Fed’s next moves and any indications of when and how it might adjust its policies.