Citigroup’s Levkovich Boosts 2017 S&P 500 Target to 2,425

Citigroup’s Levkovich Boosts 2017 S&P 500 Target to 2,425

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The transcript discusses the S&P 500 earnings forecast, highlighting a 9% increase driven by the energy sector and tax benefits. It examines the impact of Trump tax cuts on earnings and market valuation, noting the temporary nature of tax-related earnings. The speaker critiques valuation metrics, emphasizing the role of investor perception and historical bond-stock divergences. A performance review of 2016 is provided, with insights into future sector performance, particularly in financials and energy.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the expected contribution of the energy sector to the S&P 500 earnings increase?

5%

1%

3%

9%

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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How does the speaker view the valuation of tax-related earnings compared to operational leverage improvements?

More valuable

Equally valuable

Not valuable at all

Less valuable

3.

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What is the speaker's opinion on the five-year historical perspective of market valuation?

It provides a clear view

It distorts the real perspective

It is irrelevant

It is the only perspective that matters

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the speaker's missed predictions for 2016?

The rise in bond yields

The decline in small caps

The fall in energy prices

The extent of the market rally

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which sectors does the speaker expect to continue outperforming in the future?

Technology and healthcare

Financials and energy

Consumer goods and utilities

Real estate and materials