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Bond Returns After A "Worst" Start

Student of the Market

2021 had the 4th worst start for bonds. This Student of the Market looks at how “Worst Starts” bounce back historically.  Combine this with the stats on the 3rd best start for value stocks. Also included are insights for cash on the sidelines, equity fund assets, investing signals, and recent inflation basics.

June 23, 2021
Student of the Market
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