Rates to Stay Higher for Longer? ETF Strategies to Play
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jun 17 2024
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Source: NASDAQ.COM
- Fed's Interest Rate Cut Predictions: Neel Kashkari of the Fed suggests a possible interest rate cut in December 2024, emphasizing the need for more evidence on inflation trends before deciding.
- Market and Economic Outlook: Despite recent rate hikes, the U.S. job market remains strong, with expectations of gradual economic cooling. Inflation is slightly above the Fed's 2% target.
- Investing Strategies for Rising Rates: Suggestions include senior loans, floating rate bonds, cash, short-term fixed income, and niche ETFs to mitigate risks in a rising rate environment.
- ETF Investment Options: Various ETFs like Virtus Seix Senior Loan ETF, iShares Floating Rate Bond ETF, and ProShares UltraShort Real Estate are highlighted as potential investment choices.
- Recommendations for Investors: Consider inverse REIT ETFs, shorting U.S. treasuries, and exploring ETF options like Simplify Interest Rate Hedge ETF and Global X Interest Rate Hedge ETF for protection against rising rates.
Analyst Views on REK
Wall Street analysts forecast REK stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for REK is USD with a low forecast of USD and a high forecast of USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.








