17 handpicked stocks

Fed Pivot Play: Financial Sector's Risk-Reward Trade

An unexpected drop in wholesale prices has increased the likelihood that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates to support the economy. This potential shift in monetary policy creates opportunities for companies in sectors that are sensitive to lower borrowing costs, such as banking and financial services.

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Han Tan | Market Analyst

Published on September 11

Top Picks from This Group

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C

Citigroup Inc.

C

Current price

$98.82

HDB

HDFC Bank Ltd.

HDB

Current price

$35.36

RF

Regions Financial Corp.

RF

Current price

$26.98

12 Month Growth Potential

Use the growth calculator to see how much investing in these assets could return over one year, based on aggregated analyst sentiment provided by Refinitive Ltd.

If you invested across these assets:

In 12 months it might be worth:

$1,000.00

+1.24%

About This Group of Stocks

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Our Expert Thinking

An unexpected drop in wholesale prices has created a window for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates. This potential shift in monetary policy creates opportunities for financial companies that thrive when borrowing costs fall, particularly banks and financial services firms that benefit from increased lending activity.

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What You Need to Know

This group focuses on companies that are highly sensitive to interest rate changes. These financial institutions often see improved performance when rates drop because it stimulates loan demand and can improve their profit margins. This is a tactical play on the interest rate cycle.

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Why These Stocks

These financial institutions were handpicked by professional analysts for their sensitivity to monetary policy changes. Each company is positioned to potentially benefit from lower borrowing costs and increased business activity in a more accommodative interest rate environment.

Group Performance Snapshot

1.24%

Average 12 Month Profit

On average, analysts expect assets in this group to grow 1.24% over the next year.

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Stocks Rated Buy by Analysts

11 of 16 assets in this group are rated Buy by professional analysts.

2.4%

Group Growth

This group averaged a 2.4% return last month.

Source: Analyst sentiment is provided by Refinitiv Ltd, a global leader in financial market data with over 40k business clients. Refinitiv Ltd is an independent third party to Nemo. This is not advice.

Why You'll Want to Watch These Stocks

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Fed Pivot Potential

With wholesale prices unexpectedly dropping, the Federal Reserve may have room to cut rates. Financial stocks are often the first to benefit when monetary policy shifts towards easing.

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Rate-Sensitive Upside

These companies are positioned to see improved lending activity and profit margins when borrowing costs fall. Lower rates typically mean more business for banks and financial services.

Tactical Timing Play

This collection represents a strategic bet on the interest rate cycle. If the Fed pivots to cutting rates, these financial institutions could outperform as economic conditions become more favourable.

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