The Dynamic Allocation Strategy’s allocation to equities remains near 100%.

All six top-level indicators in the model (relative strength, participation, leading economic indicators, shipping rates, manufacturing, and central banks) favor equities over fixed income. However, the Baltic Dry Index and Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) breadth indicators have deteriorated over recent weeks.

Within the equities decision, U.S. Large-Cap, U.S. Value, and U.S. Small-Caps received the largest weightings. Click the link below to read more about the strategy’s positioning.

Full strategy commentary: NDRDAS202106021

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