Certain segments expected to perform better than others this year
Indebted consumers, slower economic growth, potential for recession are key factors in play
Rising interest rates should boost life insurers’ portfolios in the longer term
Higher bond yields and lower equity prices provide a better starting point in 2023
Businesses and consumers expect inflation to remain elevated in the short term and ease within five years
With positive signs on inflation, a recession this year is less of a sure thing
Job vacancy rates continue to decline, but remain high
Stocks may move from jittery to range-bound as investors adjust to higher interest rates
Companies' earnings still strong amid headwinds
Managers are most bullish on bonds and private equity, according to a Natixis survey