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Posted by: Kim_Hamilton on 04/27/2009 09:41 PM Updated by: Kim_Hamilton on 04/27/2009 09:42 PM
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When might the recession end? A look at what noted economists are thinking~Provided by Donna M. Stevenson – Wealth Manager

When will it be over? In the last two months, some notable economic indicators showed signs of improvement, or at least less gloom: new and existing home sales, factory orders, wholesale sales, consumer spending, encouraging regional reports from the Federal Reserve. On Wall Street, some corporate earnings reports have been stunningly impressive, others not as bad as assumed. Other indicators are less positive – the unemployment rate, the March retail sales numbers, and rising foreclosures...



There is a sense that the recession may be wrapping up. But when? Let’s take a look at what some pundits think.


The view from Washington. “We have seen tentative signs that the sharp decline in economic activity may be slowing,” remarked Federal Reserve chairman Ben Bernanke in mid-April.1 President Obama’s top economic adviser, Larry Summers, who predicted this recession in a November 2007 article in England’s Financial Times, sees a “more balanced picture” of the economy emerging with “more encouraging” indicators.2 In other words, as President Obama has said, glimmers of hope.

The view away from Washington. John Williams, director of research for the San Francisco Fed, sees a U-shaped recovery beginning in the third quarter.3 Harvard University’s Martin Feldstein is less enthusiastic; referring to the latest Fed Beige Book survey of regional economies in the U.S., he felt it showed that “things are falling, they’re falling a little more slowly, but that doesn’t mean they are going to start turning up anytime soon.”4 A forecast out of UCLA’s highly respected Anderson School of Management sees a recovery coming in 2010 and this recession lasting 19-24 months.5

Survey says … September? The Wall Street Journal polled 53 notable economists and averaged their projections. What emerges is a fairly sunny picture. On average, these economists saw the recession ending in the third quarter of 2009, projecting 0.4% growth in GDP after two quarters of contraction.6

Whether the recovery has already begun, or begins in the future … you should see that your invested assets are allocated in a way that makes sense. A chat with an experienced financial advisor may provide you with a clear overview of where you stand.

Donna M. Stevenson – Wealth Manager – Pacific West Financial Group

23 N. Main Street Suite 150 – Angels Camp, CA – 95222



Securities offered through Pacific West Securities Inc., member FINRA/SIPC

These are the views of Peter Montoya Inc., not the named Representative nor Broker/Dealer, and should not be construed as investment advice. Neither the named Representative nor Broker/Dealer gives tax or legal advice. All information is believed to be from reliable sources; however, we make no representation as to its completeness or accuracy. The publisher is not engaged in rendering legal, accounting or other professional services. If other expert assistance is needed, the reader is advised to engage the services of a competent professional. Please consult your Financial Advisor for further information.



Citations.

1 online.wsj.com/article/BT-CO-20090414-712996.html [4/14/09]

2 bloomberg.com/apps/news?pid=20601087&sid=aDOG76Ib2OrY&refer=home [4/14/09]

3 reuters.com/article/bondsNews/idUSN1442865520090414 [4/14/09]

4 bnd.com/business/story/731017.html [4/15/09]

5 bizjournals.com/losangeles/stories/2009/03/23/daily29.html [3/26/09]

6 online.wsj.com/article/SB123921340472201877.html?mod=mktw [4/9/09]




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