Markets and Economy

Market Call: 2021 Economic Outlook and Leaving 2020 Behind

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The election is over, a vaccine is now being distributed and the Dow Jones Industrial average recently crossed over the 30,000 mark. How do these events impact markets?

Earlier this week, Johnson Financial Group’s Brian Andrew and Jason Herried held a client call to discuss what to expect from markets going forward given the events above, the strength in the stock market and low interest rates.

Featured Speakers

	Brian Andrew, CFA® President and Chief Investment Officer View Brian’s biography
	Jason Herried, CFA® SVP, Director of Equity Strategies  View Jason’s biography

Market Call Recording & Presentation

View the recording of the 2021 Economic Outlook Market Call and download the full presentation below.

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