October 2, 2021

September Returns and Asset Performance

Major Asset Classes September 2021 Performance Comparison Introduction September returns across global financial markets suffered their broadest retreat in a year.  First, the hardest hit asset classes were domestic and international equities.  Second, government and corporate bonds also declined more than 5%.  Commodity prices were mixed.  For example, lumber, natural […]
September 3, 2021

August Returns – The Best and Worse Performing Assets

August Returns – The Best and Worse Performing Assets Introduction August returns proved to be exciting in both financial and commodity markets.  Corporate equities and high-yield debt both proved to be solid performers .  This was evident in the US, developed markets (DM) and emerging markets (EM).  The month also […]