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Why this Wall Street strategist says investors should stick with U.S. stocks despite recession fears


Published on 2025-03-14 12:01:18 - MarketWatch
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  • Oppenheimer's John Stoltzfus, the most bullish strategist on Wall Street with a target for the S&P 500 to hit 7,100 by the end of 2025, is standing firm, even as other strategists have cut their outlook for U.

The article from MSN Money discusses insights from Wall Street strategist Tom Lee of Fundstrat Global Advisors, who advises investors to remain invested in U.S. stocks despite looming recession fears. Lee argues that the current economic indicators, such as a low unemployment rate and consumer spending, suggest that the economy might not be as weak as some fear. He points out that while there are concerns about inflation and potential rate hikes by the Federal Reserve, historical data shows that stocks often perform well even in the early stages of a recession. Lee highlights that sectors like technology and consumer discretionary could still offer growth opportunities due to ongoing trends like digital transformation and a recovery in consumer confidence. He also notes that the market has already priced in much of the negative sentiment, suggesting that the risk-reward balance might still favor staying invested, particularly in quality companies with strong balance sheets.

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