Autumn Cross Currents (10/21)

We’ve entered October, a historically scary time for investors. A look back reveals some frightening ghosts have appeared at this time of year, including a few unforgettable market crashes. Should investors really fear October, or is opportunity about to jump out from behind that door? In his latest “Market Pulse,” Tom Wald, Transamerica Asset Management CIO, discusses events past and present that shape where the economy and markets are today. And there is a lot to discuss — volatility, interest rates, inflation, economic growth, and the happenings in Washington. Combined, these events may compel some investors to look away, but as Halloween nears, how much is there to truly be afraid of?