Watch business cycle for clues to opportunities

From: DVM | Date: November 1, 1999| Author: | Copyright information

There are six cycles to the economy, and watching them could be a potentially good strategy for investing. But, remember, the U.S. economy rarely follows the cyde precisely.

Business activity tends to go in cycles, and understanding the stages of a business cycle can provide clues that may help you identify favorable investment opportunities. While some stocks tend to be immune to economic swings, other perform better or worse during different stages of the business cycle.

The business cycle can provide insight, but it is important to realize that the U.S. economy rarely follows this cycle ...

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