Markets Face Short-Term Uncertainty, But Long-Term Outlook Still Strong

• Inflation is high and interest rate cuts may be smaller than expected, causing short-term trouble for stocks and bonds.

• But strong economic fundamentals and earnings can still drive stocks higher long-term.

• Higher rates put pressure on overvalued parts of the market but provide opportunities in undervalued areas and sectors.

• While bonds may face short-term volatility, higher rates provide more income potential.

• Investors should view any pullbacks caused by uncertainty as buying opportunities to stick to long-term strategies.