Is It Finally Time to Invest Globally?

The video discusses the impact of a strong US dollar on global equities, noting that while many overseas markets are up in local currency terms, they are down when dollar-denominated. Historically, such divergences have been rare but generally indicate a bullish outlook for global equities. The video also covers future market predictions, with strategists forecasting a 7.5% gain in the SP500 and higher gains for European and Korean markets.

How has the strong US dollar affected global markets in dollar terms?

• Global markets are down in dollar terms.

• Global markets have outperformed the US.

• Global markets are up in dollar terms.

• The US dollar has no impact on global markets.

How many times since 1970 has the US significantly outperformed global markets?

• Two times

• Eight times

• Four times

• Six times

What is the average gain expected in global equities, excluding the US, the year after such divergence?

• 7%

• 10%

• 14%

• 20%

What is the expected gain for the S&P 500 next year according to strategists?

• 10%

• 7.5%

• 5%

• 12.5%

Which region is expected to have an average gain about twice that of the US?

• South America

• Asia

• Africa

• Europe