3 Common Mistakes Made by Investors Today
November 8, 2019Matt Freund, CFA, Co-CIO, Head of Fixed Income Strategies and Senior Co-Portfolio Manager, elaborates on three common mistakes being made by investors in today’s markets—resulting in poor timing, taking on too much risk and missed opportunities.
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Video recorded 10/17/19.
Opinions, estimates, forecasts, and statements of financial market trends that are based on current market conditions constitute our judgment and are subject to change without notice. The views and strategies described may not be suitable for all investors. References to specific securities, asset classes and financial markets are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to be, and should not be interpreted as, recommendations.
Fixed income securities entail interest rate risk. High yield securities are also subject to increased credit risk and liquidity risk.
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