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Perspectives Newsletter: Q4, 2015
There was no Santa Claus rally in 2015. The S&P 500 posted a strong October to eke out a slight gain for the year, outperforming smaller cap and international indices. Similar to 2011, the positive annual return was entirely due to dividends, as the S&P measured by price only fell -0.73% in the year. Volatility reigned - the S&P crossed above or below the 0% “flat line” reading 30 times, an all-time record. Emerging markets stabilized in the quarter but endured a punishing year. Stock markets in commodity exporting countries were battered in the quarter while countries tied to trade with China saw solid gains. Growth once again outperformed value as it has every year starting in 2009, save for 2012.Please remember that past performance may not be indicative of future results. Different types of investments involve varying degrees of risk, and there can be no assurance that the future performance of any specific investment, investment strategy, or product (including the investments and/or investment strategies recommended or undertaken by Parsons Capital Management, Inc.), or any non-investment related content, made reference to directly or indirectly in this newsletter will be profitable, equal any corresponding indicated historical performance level(s), be suitable for your portfolio or individual situation, or prove successful. Due to various factors, including changing market conditions and/or applicable laws, the content may no longer be reflective of current opinions or positions. Moreover, you should not assume that any discussion or information contained in this newsletter serves as the receipt of, or as a substitute for, personalized investment advice from Parsons Capital Management, Inc. To the extent that a reader has any questions regarding the applicability of any specific issue discussed above to his/her individual situation, he/she is encouraged to consult with the professional advisor of his/her choosing. Parsons Capital Management, Inc. is neither a law firm nor a certified public accounting firm and no portion of the newsletter content should be construed as legal or accounting advice. If you are a Parsons Capital Management, Inc. client, please remember to contact Parsons Capital Management, Inc., in writing, if there are any changes in your personal/financial situation or investment objectives for the purpose of reviewing, evaluating, and/or revising our previous recommendations and/or services. A copy of the Parsons Capital Management, Inc.'s current brochure discussing our advisory services and fees is available upon request.
