Bank of America’s Suggestions for Investors in a Market Decline

In a note published last week, Bank of America Merrill Lynch equity and quantitative strategist Savita Subramanian said, “We believe the peak in equities is likely before the end of 2019.” She expects equities to slow down next year as credit conditions tighten and earnings growth slows. As the Fed keeps tightening monetary conditions, equities (QQQ) (IVV), which are now accustomed to easy money, will find themselves in a difficult situation.