Bloomberg Intelligence's 'Equity Market Minute' 12/04/2019

Gina Martin Adams discusses the equity market, highlighting that fears of excess optimism in equity valuations may be misplaced. She compares the earnings yield of the S&P 500 to bond market yields, showing that equities remain attractive. Additionally, she analyzes the S&P 500, noting that many stocks are trading below average multiples, indicating potential value. The video concludes with a summary of these insights.

What is the current earnings yield on the S&P 500 as mentioned in the video?

• 6.0%

• 4.8%

• 3.5%

• 5.2%

How many basis points are the stock market yields above the bond market yields?

• 100 basis points

• 150 basis points

• 190 basis points

• 250 basis points

What proportion of S&P 500 stocks are trading at below-average multiples?

• All

• One-third

• Half

• Two-thirds

How many companies in the S&P 500 are trading more than a standard deviation below their long-term average?

• 50 companies

• 76 companies

• 100 companies

• 150 companies

What is the focus of the concluding remarks in the video?

• The attractiveness of equities based on current valuations

• The impact of global economic conditions on the S&P 500

• The role of government policies in shaping market trends

• The potential for future growth in the bond market