What next for US equities?

US equities have enjoyed a strong rally, led by the biggest constituents of the S&P, but could things be starting to change? With earnings season to digest, the election race gaining pace and a falling likelihood of a rate cut, there is a lot at play.

Cormac Weldon

Cormac Weldon, manager of the Artemis US Select Fund, reviews current market dynamics, the themes piquing the team’s interest and whether the election will have any impact on where he invests.

And while the largest stocks have dominated the headlines, Olivia Micklem, co-manager of the Artemis US Smaller Companies Fund, discusses the tailwinds for more domestically-focused small-caps, which represent a significant opportunity for investors this year.

Most things are bigger in the US, and we believe that includes the opportunity in small-caps

Date recorded: Wednesday 15 May

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Cormac Weldon

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US equity strategy

Cormac has managed Artemis’ US equity strategies since launch.

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Olivia Micklem

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‘US Smaller Companies’ strategy

Olivia co-manages Artemis’ ‘US Smaller Companies’ strategy

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