After a stellar 2013, what’s next for equities?

Equity’s great year was at the expense of fixed income, and that trend is just getting started, says a report by NEI Investments.

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Last year, the U.S. market had a return of 41.37%, while Japan had a return of 35.83% and Europe returned 34.67%, the report notes. It’s a turning point, and now the shift away from bonds and into equities is beginning in earnest.

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The good time for equities will keep on rolling in the medium term, the firm predicts, despite the initial retraction in 2014.

Key Findings:

• Most indicators suggest equities are still stronger than traditional income investing
• Canadian equity portfolios performed well in 2013 in absolute terms, but were dragged down by softer commodity prices
• Europe, Asia Pacific and select emerging markets represent some of the best opportunities
• Investors will benefit from active investment management.

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