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Perspectives Newsletter: Q3, 2012
Powered by supportive statements and actions from US and Eurozone central banks, stock markets reversed second quarter losses. The rally was paced by the S&P 500 which reached a four-year high. Emerging markets banked on Chinese stimulus and shot up in September, closing the gaping lag behind developed markets. Large cap continued to outperform smaller capitalization stocks. Value pulled closer to growth. Energy stocks were the strongest industry group at +10.14%; utilities were the weakest, posting the only negative quarterly return. Leadership was extremely narrow, exemplified by the “Apple effect”. 1.9% of the S&P 500 year-todate return was contributed just by Apple.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.
