How Our Economy & Markets Perform in Election Years

Overview

Election years always make us look to the future. They fill us with hope and optimism about what the upcoming years may bring. However, are we justified in feeling optimistic? In this course, we will look at the economic cycle and the effect of election years. We will examine how certain key investments have performed and examine why this year is unique. In addition, we will look at how major tax policy changes affect our economy as well. While nothing is certain, we can see what history has taught us - and just maybe get a glimpse at what is ahead!

Highlights

• Key characteristics of the economic cycle
• Inflation Concepts
• Recent performance of certain investments
• Unemployment rates over time
• Investment performance during election years
• The effect of congressional control on investment performance
• Recent effects of inflation
• Proposed tariffs & economic effects
• Proposed tax changes, expiration, and economic effects
• Implications for practitioners

Prerequisites

Basic understanding of investing and economic principles.

Designed For

Financial professionals who advise individuals and businesses on investment, professional, and business strategy.

Objectives

• Identify how the economy performs during election years using key economic indicators.
• Recall how key investments perform during various stages of the economic cycle.
• Recognize how investment performance is affected by elections.
• Recognize how tax policy changes affect the economy

Preparation

None

Notice

This is a self-study/on demand course offered by a 3rd party vendor. Course access information will be emailed directly to you by Peters Professional Education (PPE). The course expires one year from the purchase date.