Fed policy choices could create two distinct market paths: a growth-driven rally if rates fall to 2-2.5% or a defensive rotation if rates stay near 5%.
Understanding equity as a call option explains why changing interest rates dramatically impacts sector performance and overall market returns.
Practical strategies exist for navigating both scenarios, focusing on portfolio positioning that can adapt to either Fed outcome.
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