Investing in wake of longest US bull market

Buy into firms that gain from long-term growth trends, and go into bonds and dividend stocks

The Wall Street Bull sculpture in New York City. On whether we are now at the cusp of a renewed bull market, the writer says he does not see equity indices breaking out at new highs, unless there is a comprehensive US-China trade deal.
The Wall Street Bull sculpture in New York City. On whether we are now at the cusp of a renewed bull market, the writer says he does not see equity indices breaking out at new highs, unless there is a comprehensive US-China trade deal. PHOTO: REUTERS
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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Sunday Times on April 28, 2019, with the headline Investing in wake of longest US bull market. Subscribe