Research and Market Commentary
After the Deluge Description: Economic data should continue to improve, if only marginally, for the rest of 2009. With record amounts of money earning little interest in money markets funds, flows into the fixed income credit and spread markets should remain positive. In the near term, spread markets remain vulnerable to a correction, but over the long term, Prudential Fixed Income is optimistic, emphasizing well-research credit and structured product opportunities. For the full outlook, click here. Real Estate Securities Outlook Description: PREI believes that publicly traded real estate companies are a compelling investment option for investors looking to capitalize on real estate opportunties and the disruption in the capital markets. For more detail, click here. Economic and Market Outlook Description: The economy is no longer in a free fall, but that doesn't mean a normal economic recovery is underway. QMA expects to see a weak economic upturn in the U.S., but any growth will be constrained by the tremendous destruction of consumer wealth and the need for companies to rebuild balance sheets. For the full report, click here. |