U.S. stocks to rise in 2020, but virus, presidential race pose risks – Reuters poll

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Description: NEW YORK (Reuters) – The U.S. stock market is likely to rack up solid gains this year, but it’s vulnerable to a correction if the effect of the coronavirus outbreak worsens or the U.S. presidential race rattles investors, according to strategists in a Reuters poll.

Source: NYTimes.com

Date: Feb 26, 2020

Link: https://www.nytimes.com/reuters/2020/02/26/business/26reuters-usa-stocks-poll.html

Questions for discussion:

  • What does the article say about why the stock markets around the world are jittery?
  • Which key factors are influencing future profits?
  • What are the key items that will significantly influence a change in the current investor behavior?

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