PHEQ ETF

Rate cuts may prove a boon for fixed income this fall, but potential economic weakening creates a challenged outlook for equities. While the Fed seeks to navigate a soft landing for the economy, positioning portfolios defensively could provide some investor peace of mind.

Earnings misses and hopes of a September rate cut saw many investors dropping large-cap tech stocks in favor of their small-cap counterparts. Those investors looking to hedge against potential losses in large-caps should consider the Parametric Hedged Equity ETF (PHEQ).

Are investors starting to get cold feet waiting out interest rate issues? The Dow dropped more than 300 points Wednesday as further Fed comments suggested that higher for longer is as serious as it sounds.

The ongoing volatility in April markets, coupled with increasing uncertainty surrounding interest rates, is causing fluctuations. Investors seeking equity exposure while keeping an eye on volatility may want to consider the Parametric Hedged Equity ETF (PHEQ).

While many traders anticipate rate cuts from the Federal Reserve to begin in June, some rising concerns could push back the Fed's timetable. Core inflation numbers are not dropping as much as previously predicted.

U.S. markets delivered attractive returns in January, but global economic uncertainty remains a key theme for the year. The macroeconomic situation is expected to remain difficult and uncertain throughout 2024, with widespread uncertainty around interest rates, elections, and changing policy, and the possibility of a recession.