“Industry Perspectives” 1Q 2018

“Industry Perspectives” 1Q 2018

“Industry Perspectives” 1Q 2018

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Read our view on the economy and key drivers of change in the global equity markets.

Date Published:
April 2018

Pages:
3

Contributors:
Clay Brethour, President

OVERVIEW:
The U.S. stock market started off January with a bang, rallying to new records daily. However, in February, volatility was reintroduced to investors at a level not seen since 2015. After nearly 9 years since the great financial crisis of 2008, the jitteriness of the aging bull market seemed to be looking for any excuse for a sell off, and the talk of a potential tariff war was enough to send the market down, with wide intra-day swings.

In this latest Industry Perspectives, we discuss:

  • After a strong start to 2018, volatility was reintroduced into the markets.
  • Rising interest rates, effects from the 2017 tax reform, and U.S. / international trade tariff discussions are major market disruptors.
  • Short-term volatility is just the beginning and could intensify as other central banks reduce their easy money policies.

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“Industry Perspectives” 4Q 2017

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Read our view on the economy and key drivers of change in the global equity markets.

Date Published:
January 2018

Pages:
3

Contributors:
Clay Brethour, President

OVERVIEW:
Investors throughout the world had much to cheer this past New Year’s celebration, as positive returns were experienced by investors throughout all markets. Stocks in the U.S. had their best year since 2013 as the S&P 500 Index returned 21.8% with December marking 14 consecutive months of positive returns, a feat not achieved since 1970. Strong performance was not confined to the U.S. as most of the major global equity markets posted double-digit returns as well.

In this latest Industry Perspectives, we discuss:

  • The rare “synchronized global growth” tailwind continues into 2018.
  • More of the world’s central banks may start to unwind the extreme stimulus measures that have been in place for nearly the past decade.
  • The passive vs. active management debate will continue, fueled by an increase in “robo advisors”.
The S&P 500 is a free-float, capitalization-weighted index published since 1957 of the prices of 500 large-cap common stocks actively traded in the United States. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

Active investing has higher management fees because of the manager’s increased level of involvement while passive investing has lower management and operating fees. Investing in both actively and passively managed mutual funds involves risk and principal loss is possible. Both actively and passively managed mutual funds generally have daily liquidity. There are no guarantees regarding the performance of actively and passively managed mutual funds. Actively managed mutual funds may have higher portfolio turnover than passively managed funds. Excessive turnover can limit returns and can incur capital gains. Stocks, hedge funds, mutual funds, ETFs and other investments products have different risk/return profiles, which should be considered when investing. All investments contain risk and may lose value.

Fundamental Approach

We get to know the companies we invest in and learn how they run their business.

Top-Down & Bottom-Up

We identify Top-Down broad, secular growth trends and search for companies from the Bottom-Up.

Proprietary Philosophy

We construct our portfolios based on our own proprietary investment strategy.

Disciplined Investing

Sticking to our disciplined investment strategy ensures we maintain a consistent, balanced approach.

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“Industry Perspectives” 3Q 2017

“Industry Perspectives” 3Q 2017

“Industry Perspectives” 3Q 2017

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If multiple central banks throughout the world embark on drawing down their balance sheet in the same manner as the U.S., interest rates could be pressured to go higher.

Clay Brethour, President, Buffalo Funds

Date Published:
October 2017

Pages:
4

Contributors:
Clay Brethour, President

OVERVIEW:
The equity markets continued their upward trajectory during the 3rd quarter, with most market indices closing the quarter at an all-time high, or close to their record highs. This defies the well-known trading adage of “sell in May and go away” that warns investors to sell their equity holdings in May to avoid the typical volatile Summer months and come back in the Fall.

Why is it taking so long for interest rates to increase? From a monetary policy perspective, moving too quickly could slow growth unnecessarily, but raising rates too gradually could create an inflationary problem down the road that might be difficult to overcome without triggering a recession.

  • In an effort to bring it into alignment with levels prior to the financial crisis, the Fed will begin to shrink its $4.5 trillion bond portfolio in October.
  • Federal Reserve Chairwoman Janet Yellen closes in on the final months of her four-year term as the leader of the U.S. central bank.
  • The most common cause of U.S. recessions in the postwar era has been monetary tightening by the Federal Reserve as a means to fight inflation.

Fundamental Approach

We get to know the companies we invest in and learn how they run their business.

Top-Down & Bottom-Up

We identify Top-Down broad, secular growth trends and search for companies from the Bottom-Up.

Proprietary Philosophy

We construct our portfolios based on our own proprietary investment strategy.

Disciplined Investing

Sticking to our disciplined investment strategy ensures we maintain a consistent, balanced approach.

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“Industry Perspectives” 2Q 2017

“Industry Perspectives” 2Q 2017

“Industry Perspectives” 2Q 2017

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Read our view on the economy and key drivers of change in the global equity markets.

From a market risk perspective, we remain concerned about the influence passive investments, such as ETFs and index funds, could have on stock prices in a volatile market.

Clay Brethour, President, Buffalo Funds

Date Published:
July 2017

Pages:
4

Contributors:
Clay Brethour, President

Overview:
As we move into the 2nd half of 2017, we take a look at the global equity markets and the drivers of change that could move the markets in one direction or another. We also outline potential Central Bank and Federal Reserve policy changes that could affect the financial markets later this year.

From pending legislation in the U.S. to upcoming international elections, we give our outlook on the industry and how it might affect you in 2017.

  • Pro-growth legislation changes would be viewed positively by the equity markets.
  • The Central Bank’s plan to slowly shrink their balance sheet is anticipated to start in September 2017.
  • A comprehensive tax reform or an infrastructure spending bill could create a strong market finish into the end of the year.

Fundamental Approach

We get to know the companies we invest in and learn how they run their business.

Top-Down & Bottom-Up

We identify Top-Down broad, secular growth trends and search for companies from the Bottom-Up.

Proprietary Philosophy

We construct our portfolios based on our own proprietary investment strategy.

Disciplined Investing

Sticking to our disciplined investment strategy ensures we maintain a consistent, balanced approach.

Sign Up for Automatic Updates

Stay up-to-date with the most recent media coverage and press releases about the Buffalo Funds.

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Terms of Use – Email lists are created for use by U.S. investment professionals only and are published strictly for informational purposes. Providing access to the content of these emails does not explicitly or implicitly constitute a solicitation of services or products of the Buffalo Funds, Kornitzer Capital Management, or any of their affiliates. The information contained in the emails is not intended for distribution to, or for use by, investment professionals in a jurisdiction where distribution or purchase is not authorized. The information contained in these emails is not appropriate for use by individual investors. By registering for any of these emails, you agree to Buffalo's terms and conditions and that you are qualified as an institutional investor or otherwise member of a registered broker/dealer, registered investment advisor, or investment consulting firm.

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