Discretion should be better part of valour for investors as economic clouds darken: Natixis

SINGAPORE (July 3): The present global economy remains strong enough to support risk assets like stocks and the credit sectors of the bond market, says Natixis Investment Managers’ Midyear Update & Outlook.

However, clouds on the horizon have become a bit darker in recent months, so discretion should be the better part of valour for investors.

Six months into the year, the global growth story is looking a little beaten up, says David F. Lafferty, Senior Vice President – Chief Market Strategist in the report.

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