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The Commodity Wars
Key Takeaways
- Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has roiled capital markets, in our view, because the large size of commodity production in this region, with its focus on food and energy production, may aggravate inflation that was already rising to levels that posed global economic risk.
- As Russia and NATO punitive economic measures against each other reduce supplies of energy, grain and fertilizer, we expect that other countries can fill the global supply gaps only partially.
What it may mean for investors
- The direct energy impact is likely to fall mostly on Europe, because of its proximity to Russian supply lines. The food impact will be felt globally, in our view, and could become particularly troublesome for select emerging countries.
- Overall, the current commodity wars, we believe, will lead to higher and more persistent inflation around the world, including in the U.S. However, we think a U.S. recession is unlikely because low trade columns with Russia should leave the U.S. in a comparatively stronger economic position. We reiterate our preference for U.S. equities, especially U.S. Large-Caps and Mid-Caps.
Tax Time Tips and Reminders
Forgetting about tax deductions or credits can be costly. It’s important to tell your tax preparer about your expenses, gifts and retirement plan contributions to help lessen your tax bill. Even if you prepare your own tax return, begin gathering this information now.
Click below link for a list of useful items that can easily slip your mind.
Tax Time Tips and Reminders
Note: The IRS forms and publications noted in list can be found at irs.gov. Be sure to review the 2021 version of these documents.
Wells Fargo Advisors is not a legal or tax advisor. This information is made available with the understanding that Wells Fargo Advisors and its affiliates are not engaged in rendering legal, accounting or tax advice.
Outlook 2022 - Which Way to the Recovery
Help to navigate markets at a crossroads
Many investors believe the markets are at a crossroads. One direction holds further equity gains, while the other leads to an unraveling of the risk-taking environment that has existed since the economy reopened in 2020. Which road will the markets follow?
Wells Fargo Investment Institute believes that the recovery remains on track to continue into 2022, although possibly at a more moderate pace than in 2021. To learn more about what may be down the road for equities, fixed income, and real assets, read the Wells Fargo Investment Institute's 2022 Outlook report.
2022 Outlook: Which way to the recovery?
Please call if you have questions or would like to discuss further.
Wells Fargo Investment Institute Inc. is a registered investment adviser and subsidiary of Wells Fargo Bank,N.A., B bank affiliate of Wells Fargo & Company.
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