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WATCH NOW: April 27th, 2022 – Inflation, Conflict, and Implications for the Capital Markets
April 27th, 2022 – Inflation, Conflict, and Implications for the Capital Markets
Published on April 29, 2022
John Roscoe, CFA, Chief Investment Officer, and Jason Benowitz, CFA, CMT, Senior Portfolio Manager, sat down to discuss the latest updates in the financial markets from this past quarter. In this webinar, they also discussed:- Inflation: Forcing the Fed’s hand
- Ukraine: Conflict impacts ripple across markets
- Recession Risk: Elevated in the U.S. and globally
WATCH NOW – 2022 Outlook: The Year of Normalization
Published on Jan. 20, 2022
January 19th, 2021 – 2022 Outlook: The Year of Normalization
John Roscoe, CFA, Chief Investment Officer, and Jason Benowitz, CFA, CMT, Senior Portfolio Manager, sat down to discuss the latest updates in the financial markets from this past quarter. In this webinar, they also discussed:
- Shift to Mid-Cycle: slower growth, higher rates, and Washington gridlock
- Pass the Baton: from government support to self-sustaining expansion
- Risks to the Outlook: inflation, regulation, and geopolitics
Megacap Tech Stocks Still Have Lots of Fans After Historic Run
Published on Jan. 5, 2021
Jason Benowitz Featured in Bloomberg “Megacap Tech Stocks Still Have Lots of Fans After Historic Run”
“These companies have profits and cash flows and solid balance sheets,” said Jason Benowitz, senior portfolio manager with Roosevelt Investment Group. “High valuation by itself is not a sufficient thesis to be negative on a stock.”
The big risk, according to Benowitz, is if interest rates rise even more than is currently forecast. Indeed, the Nasdaq 100 fell 1.4% Tuesday as yields on the 10-year U.S. Treasuries jumped 16 basis points in just two days, serving a reminder to technology investors of the need to guard against unwelcome surprises. Higher rates reduce the present value of future earnings, weighing especially on shares of highly valued, fast-growing companies.
Walmart veteran Biggs to step down as CFO next year
Published on Dec. 1, 2021
Jason Benowitz Featured in Reuters “Walmart veteran Biggs to step down as CFO next year”
“Bret Biggs was a candidate to ultimately succeed Doug McMillon as CEO, given his long tenure at the company and broad experience across business units and functions outside of finance,” “However, we expect McMillon to serve many more years at the helm,” said Jason Benowitz, senior portfolio manager at Roosevelt Investment Group.Here Are The Winners of Metaverse Buzz
Published on Nov. 15, 2021
Jason Benowitz Featured in Yahoo “Here Are The Winners of Metaverse Buzz”
“Whatever the future looks like, it’s going to require accelerated computing,” “We keep thinking of new and better ways to utilize data and we wind up with tremendous growth in data transmission, which drives that cohort of companies whether or not the metaverse comes to reality.” said Jason Benowitz, senior portfolio manager at the Roosevelt Investment Group LLC in New York.
Musk sells nearly $7 bln worth of Tesla shares this week
Published on Nov. 15, 2021
Jason Benowitz Featured in Reuters “Musk sells nearly $7 bln worth of Tesla shares this week”
“We expect the share sales will continue, as Musk holds millions of options worth billions of dollars that would otherwise expire worthless, and he has also prearranged share sales under 10b5-1 plans,” said Jason Benowitz, senior portfolio manager at the Roosevelt Investment Group LLC in New York.
Micron Earnings to Shed Light on Rare Weak Spot in Chip Stocks
Published on Nov. 4, 2021
Jason Benowitz Featured in Bloomberg “Micron Earnings to Shed Light on Rare Weak Spot in Chip Stocks”
While repurchases are likely to rise as economic growth continues, corporations may opt to allocate more cash to capital expenditures like technology and factories, according to Jason Benowitz, a senior portfolio manager at Roosevelt Investment Group. He’s not worried about the prospect of reduced buybacks weighing on the broader market. The Philadelphia semiconductor index has gained 23%, beating the S&P 500 Index and the Nasdaq 100 Stock Index. Makers of equipment used in the production of semiconductors have seen the biggest gains, led by Amkor Technology Inc. and ASML Holding. Micron shares are little changed on the year, while Western Digital has gained about 7%. Micron traded 0.9% lower in morning trading in New York.
“The outlook for global growth remains fairly strong for the second half of this year and 2022 once the delta variant subsides,” said Jason Benowitz, senior portfolio manager at Roosevelt Investment Group. “Chip stock action reflects that.” Micron is projected to post revenue of $8.2 billion in its fiscal fourth quarter, an increase of 36% from the same period a year ago, according to the average of analyst estimates compiled by Bloomberg. Earnings excluding some items are expected to be $2.34 per share, more than twice what it was in the fourth quarter of 2020.
Short-Term Turbulence but Medium-Term Optimism: Our Thoughts Into Year End
Published on Oct. 15, 2021
October 14, 2021 – Short-Term Turbulence but Medium-Term Optimism: Our Thoughts Into Year End
John Roscoe, CFA, Chief Investment Officer, and Jason Benowitz, CFA, CMT, Senior Portfolio Manager, sat down to discuss the latest updates in the financial markets from this past quarter. In this webinar, they also discussed:- Disruptive Impacts: chaos in China, and other concerns for investors
- Games of Chicken: legislating fiscal policy in the U.S. Congress
- Prepare for Normalization: higher rates, slower growth, and Washington gridlock
Walmart’s Flipkart raises fresh funds for $38 billion valuation as IPO looms
Published on Jul. 12, 2021
Jason Benowitz Featured in Reuters “Walmart’s Flipkart raises fresh funds for $38 billion valuation as IPO looms”
“It is a triumph for Walmart as investors were initially skeptical of the U.S. retailer’s tie-up with Flipkart,” said Jason Benowitz, senior portfolio manager at Roosevelt Investment Group. He added the success of Flipkart bolsters India as a destination for foreign investment. Read the Full Article HereMidyear Check-in: Navigating An Early Cycle Economy
Published on Jul. 20, 2021
July 19, 2021 – Midyear Check-in: Navigating An Early Cycle Economy
John Roscoe, CFA, Chief Investment Officer, and Jason Benowitz, CFA, CMT, Senior Portfolio Manager, sat down to discuss the latest updates in the financial markets from this past quarter. In this webinar, they also discussed:
- Reopening: driving economic activity, corporate earnings, and market returns
- Inflation: the great debate, and the Fed reaction function
- Washington: advancing plans to tax, spend, and regulate
Corporate Buybacks Gain Steam With Banks Poised to Boost Buying
Published on Jul. 6, 2021
Jason Benowitz Featured in Bloomberg “Corporate Buybacks Gain Steam With Banks Poised to Boost Buying”
While repurchases are likely to rise as economic growth continues, corporations may opt to allocate more cash to capital expenditures like technology and factories, according to Jason Benowitz, a senior portfolio manager at Roosevelt Investment Group. He’s not worried about the prospect of reduced buybacks weighing on the broader market.
Read the Full Article Here7 Financial Planning Lessons for Life Following COVID-19
Published on May. 25, 2021
April 2021: American Funeral Director “7 Financial Planning Lessons for Life Following COVID-19” by Tim Hermann
COVID-19 disrupted many aspects of our everyday financial lives, whether in business, personal finance or estate planning. Many of us would prefer to forget the challenges and losses of the last year and just move on. I get that – but before you wipe the slate clean to start the new year, I think it’s useful to consider what lessons we can walk away with. For savers, spenders and investors, I’ve got seven lessons to share.
Source: Published in American Funeral Director Magazine
April 15, 2021: Update on Financial Markets – 2021: The Year of Reopening
Published on Apr. 16, 2021
April 15, 2021: Update on Financial Markets – 2021: The Year of Reopening
Jason Benowitz, CFA, CMT®, Senior Portfolio Manager and Richard Konrad, CFA, CFP®, Director of Value Strategy, sit down to discuss:
- Covid-19: the light at the end of the tunnel grows brighter
- Fiscal Policy: short-term support and long-term debate
- Interest Rates: you can have too much of a good thing
Jason Benowitz Featured in Reuters “US STOCKS-Wall St ticks lower in choppy trading ahead of Fed minutes”
Published on Apr. 8, 2021
Jason Benowitz Featured in Retuers “US STOCKS-Wall St ticks lower in choppy trading ahead of Fed minutes”
“The Fed leadership has generally not been concerned with the recent rise in interest rates, suggesting it reflects a pickup in growth rather than inflation. Any signs of inflation is … generally expected to be transitory,” said Jason Benowitz, senior portfolio manager at the Roosevelt Investment Group in New York.
Read the Full Article HereFebruary 2021 Memorial Business Journal: “Financial Market Update: What Will 2021 Bring?” by John Roscoe
Published on Feb. 14, 2021
February 2021: John Roscoe Featured in Memorial Business Journal “Financial Market Update: What Will 2021 Bring?”
To paraphrase a famous line by author Charles Dickens: “2020 was the best of times, and it was the worst of times.” In fact, 2020 might end up being recorded as one of the wildest in history for investors.
Read the Full Article HereJason Benowitz Featured in TD Ameritrade Network “On the State of the Economic Recovery”
Published on Feb 12, 2021
Jason Benowitz Featured in TD Ameritrade Network “On the State of the Economic Recovery”
Jason Benowitz says that the path of the economy and capital markets will be determined by the path of the virus as the Fed and its global brethren continue to backstop the capital markets.
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Reddit Mania Overshadows Outstanding Earnings Season for Tech
Published on Feb. 6, 2021
Febuary 2021 Jason Benowitz’s commentary featured in Bloomberg: “Reddit Mania Overshadows Outstanding Earnings Season for Tech”
Anyone distracted by the Reddit-fueled circus in stocks this month may have missed an important fundamental story: A stellar earnings season for technology companies that helped the group’s shares outperform the market once again.
Read the Full Article HereUpdate on Financial Markets – A Stand-out Year – What We Think 2021 Will Bring
Published on Jan. 21, 2021
January 21, 2021: Update on Financial Markets – A Stand-out Year – What We Think 2021 Will Bring
John Roscoe, CFA, Chief Investment Officer and Senior Portfolio Manager and Sean Sokolowski, Investment Counselor, sit down to discuss:
- Overview: Looking back at 2020 and an early outlook on the economy and markets in 2021
- Covid-19: An update on our thoughts
- U.S. Election: Ramifications for stocks and bonds
December 2020: Jason Benowitz, CFA Appeared on CNBC: Investors will be pleased U.S. stimulus package has passed, strategist says”
Published on Dec. 21, 2020
December 2020: Jason Benowitz, CFA Appeared on CNBC: Investors will be pleased U.S. stimulus package has passed, strategist says”
Jason Benowitz, senior portfolio manager at The Roosevelt Investment Group, discusses the U.S. stimulus package and the possible market reaction.
CNBC main video page here“Wall Street Braces for 2021 Oddity: Tech Stocks in the Back Seat” Jason Benowitz’s commentary featured in Bloomberg
Published on Dec. 15, 2020
December 2020 Jason Benowitz’s commentary featured in Bloomberg: “Wall Street Braces for 2021 Oddity: Tech Stocks in the Back Seat”
As 2021 approaches, many on Wall Street are bracing for unfamiliar territory: A year when technology companies may not be the biggest stars of the stock market.
Read the Full Article Here“Clash of consoles: New PlayStation and Xbox enter $150 billion games arena – fight!” Jason Benowitz’s commentary featured in Reuters
Published on Nov 30, 2020
November 2020 Jason Benowitz’s commentary featured in Retuers: “Clash of consoles: New PlayStation and Xbox enter $150 billion games arena – fight!”
Think Michelangelo vs Da Vinci. Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier. Batman v Superman. Another epic rivalry is rejoined this week when Sony and Microsoft go head-to-head with the next generation of their blockbuster video-game consoles.
Read the Full Article HereUpdate on Financial Markets – Investing Into Year End and Initial Thoughts on 2021
Published on Oct. 15, 2020
October 15, 2020: Update on Financial Markets – Investing Into Year End and Initial Thoughts on 2021
Jason Benowitz, CFA, Senior Portfolio Manager and Sean Sokolowski, Investment Counselor, sit down to discuss Roosevelt Investments’ thoughts on:
- Update: financial markets
- COVID-19: lockdown, reopening, and second wave risk
- U.S. Election: the run up and the aftermath
- Fed Policy: from crisis management to recovery support
“Crown shareholders express patience amid activist pressure for fiber sale” Jason Benowitz’s commentary featured in DealReporter
Published on Aug 26, 2020
August 2020 Jason Benowitz’s commentary featured in Dealreporter: “Crown shareholders express patience amid activist pressure fiber sale”
Source: Dealreporter, An Acuris company
Read the Full Article HereUpdate on the Financial Markets & Economic Impact of COVID-19
Published on Jul. 29, 2020
Update on the Financial Markets & Economic Impact of COVID-19
In our quarterly update, John Roscoe, CFA, Chief Investment Officer and Senior Portfolio Manager, discussed our thoughts on the financial markets, the evolving impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, and answered questions live.
John Roscoe, CFA, Chief Investment Officer and Senior Portfolio Manager and Sean Sokolowski, Investment Counselor, sit down to discuss:
- Our thoughts on the financial markets
- The evolving impact of the COVID-19 pandemic
May 27, 2020: Jason Benowitz, CFA was quoted in the Bloomberg article, “Wall Street Banks Get a Surprise: Investors Like Virtual Events”
Published on May 27, 2020
May 27, 2020: Jason Benowitz, CFA was quoted in the Bloomberg article, “Wall Street Banks Get a Surprise: Investors Like Virtual Events”
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Jason Benowitz, CFA was quoted in the Reuters article, “Stocks Rally, S&P Crosses 3000 Barrier, Oil Gains”
Published on May 25, 2020
May 25, 2020: Jason Benowitz, CFA was quoted in the Reuters article, “Stocks Rally, S&P Crosses 3000 Barrier, Oil Gains”
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Equity Markets Up, Economy Down?
Published on Apr. 24, 2020
Equity Markets Up, Economy Down?
Could the financial markets have seen the shortest bear market in history or could equity markets re-test their March 23rd lows? It appears that the stock market’s own outlook is that it has already “put in a low” based upon the dramatic rebound we’ve seen. However, this rebound is in sharp contrast to what we have observed in global and U.S. economic indicators. This is a wonderful demonstration of the stock market’s discounting mechanism and how forward-looking it tends to be. In our view, in order to explain the disconnect between the indicators and the market, it’s important to look at the progress that is being made in the war against the coronavirus.
The rapid response of fiscal and monetary policies to this crisis has been impressive and stabilizing. The Federal spending and lending programs have their flaws, but together they have started to carpet bomb the streets with money in support of consumers, small companies, investors in all types of bonds from government to high yield, and issuers of municipal bonds, not to mention targeted industries like the airlines. While it is not perfect, it does appear that the “fix is in”. As a result, equity markets have rallied sharply, and fixed income credit spreads have narrowed. For investors, it is now back to “risk on”. Don’t fight the Fed!
It appears that financial markets are starting to price the shutdown as if it may be coming to an end sooner rather than later; perhaps sooner than the many more months believed in some early forecasts. And indeed, more recent political arguments are about the pace of reopening businesses, rather than closing them down. There is some evidence, albeit still limited, that more people than widely believed may be walking around with antibodies to the virus, implying that they’ve already been infected but were asymptomatic. Regardless, coronavirus curves appear to be flattening and some states are putting target dates on re-opening in some way. There are many stories about why some hot spots may need to reopen at a much slower pace.
With the apparent progress on the virus and the turn in the financial markets, the expectation is that the economy may be on the upswing later this year. Maybe the recovery won’t look like a “V” and it’ll look more like a “U”, but we are all getting cabin fever. There could be an explosion of consumer spending and a surge of cap ex as supply chains are re-jiggered. There also could be post-crisis aftershocks, because everything won’t come back online at once. There will still be cautious approaches to gathering in public places and some consumers may have to eventually start saving more, which would reduce spending.
It is impossible to know exactly to what extent, and for how long, the pandemic will dampen economic activity, but we believe in the resilience of the American economy, and despite the potential for short-term volatility, we remain optimistic over the medium term.
Update on the COVID-19 Pandemic & Financial Markets
Published on Apr. 22, 2020
Update on the COVID-19 Pandemic & Financial Markets
On April 22, 2020, Jason Benowitz, CFA, Senior Portfolio Manager, discussed updates on the financial markets, the widespread effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, and answered questions live.
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Financial Planning Opportunities in Times of Market Upheaval
Published on Mar. 31, 2020
Financial Planning Opportunities in Times of Market Upheaval
In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity.
– Albert Einstein
In times of market volatility, many people become nervous about how the financial markets will play out and wonder how their personal and business finances will be affected. We believe that it is ok to be nervous; it is natural. Our job as a financial advisor is to guide you through periods like this. Additionally, we can help identify opportunities that come about from different financial market environments.
Learn about seven financial planning opportunities to consider in our article, “Financial Planning Opportunities in Times of Market Upheaval”
Read the Full Article HereJason Benowitz, CFA was quoted in the Reuters article, “Best Buy warns of profit, sales hit on coronavirus fallout”
Published on Feb. 27, 2020
February 27, 2020: Jason Benowitz, CFA was quoted in the Reuters article, “Best Buy warns of profit, sales hit on coronavirus fallout”
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Jason Benowitz, CFA was quoted in the Wall Street Transcript’s article, “5G Stock is One of Many Top Picks from this Veteran Portfolio Manager”
Published on Dec. 16, 2019
December 16, 2019: Jason Benowitz, CFA was quoted in the Wall Street Transcript’s article, “5G Stock is One of Many Top Picks from this Veteran Portfolio Manager”
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Jason Benowitz, CFA was quoted in the article, “Software Stocks in Free Fall With ServiceNow Results on Deck”
Published on Oct. 22, 2019
October 22, 2019: Jason Benowitz, CFA was quoted in the article, “Software Stocks in Free Fall With ServiceNow Results on Deck”
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Jason Benowitz, CFA appeared on CNBC
July 16, 2019: Jason Benowitz, CFA appeared on CNBC
July 16, 2019: Jason Benowitz, CFA was quoted in the article, “US STOCKS-Wall Street muted after mixed bank earnings”
Published on Jul. 16, 2019
July 16, 2019: Jason Benowitz, CFA was quoted in the article, “US STOCKS-Wall Street muted after mixed bank earnings”
Read the Full Article HereMay 23, 2019: Jason Benowitz, CFA was quoted in the Reuters article, “Best Buy keeps full-year view, warns of higher prices from more tariffs”
Published on May 23, 2019
May 23, 2019: Jason Benowitz, CFA was quoted in the Reuters article, “Best Buy keeps full-year view, warns of higher prices from more tariffs”
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May 3, 2019: Jason Benowitz, CFA was quoted in the Bloomberg article, “If This Is a Tech Bubble in Stocks, It’s the Expansionary Phase”
Published on May 3, 2019
May 3, 2019: Jason Benowitz, CFA was quoted in the Bloomberg article, “If This Is a Tech Bubble in Stocks, It’s the Expansionary Phase”
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April 25, 2019: Jason Benowitz, CFA was quoted in the Reuters article, “UK regulator blocks Sainsbury’s $9.4 billion takeover of Walmart’s ASDA”
Published on Apr. 25, 2019
April 25, 2019: Jason Benowitz, CFA was quoted in the Reuters article, “UK regulator blocks Sainsbury’s $9.4 billion takeover of Walmart’s ASDA”
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April 22, 2019: Jason Benowitz, CFA was quoted in the Reuters article, “Kraft Heinz hires global brand expert Patricio as CEO”
Published on Apr. 22 , 2019
April 22, 2019: Jason Benowitz, CFA was quoted in the Reuters article, “Kraft Heinz hires global brand expert Patricio as CEO”
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Feeling unwelcome, Amazon ditches plans for New York hub
Published on Feb. 14, 2019
Feeling unwelcome, Amazon ditches plans for New York hub
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Is Apple too big to fail? Let’s hope so as failure would be catastrophic.
Published on Jan. 29, 2019
Is Apple too big to fail? Let’s hope so as failure would be catastrophic.
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June 25, 2018: Jason Benowitz, CFA appeared on TD Ameritrade Network
Published on Jul. 5, 2018
June 25, 2018: Jason Benowitz, CFA appeared on TD Ameritrade Network
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Medical device maker Stryker says not in talks to buy Boston Scientific
Published on Jun. 13, 2018
June 13, 2018: Jason Benowitz, CFA was quoted in the Reuters article, “Medical device maker Stryker says not in talks to buy Boston Scientific”
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Best Buy online growth slows, overshadowing strong earnings
Published on May 24, 2018
May 24, 2018: Jason Benowitz, CFA was quoted in the Reuters article, “Best Buy online growth slows, overshadowing strong earnings”
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