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S&P Equity Research Announces 2nd Quarter Teleconference: 'Earnings Outlook for Remainder of 2008: Is the Fog Over Earnings Lifting?'
— Considering inflation, market volatility, and surging oil and commodity prices, what are the prospects for recession and economic recovery in the second half of 2008?
— Will operating earnings per share for the S&P 500 meet its projected gain this year?
— Will international stocks rebound in the second half and what are S&P Equity Research's favorite overseas markets?
— What is the second half outlook for financial services stocks?
— What is S&P's outlook for crude oil and natural gas prices and which energy sub-industries make attractive investments?
— Will U.S. steel prices set another record in 2009? — What could derail the gold bull market in 2009?
As the second half of 2008 fast approaches amid elections and economic uncertainty, Standard & Poor's Equity Research Services' leading economic and investment strategists will focus on investment risks and opportunities for the remainder of the year. This session provides investors with insights into the financials and energy/materials sectors, particularly as it relates to earnings, market indicators to watch, and the companies to monitor from an investment perspective.
WHAT: Hosted by
Questions will be taken from teleconference participants after a brief presentation by each panelist.
WHO: Standard & Poor's executives participating in the teleconference:
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— David Wyss, Standard & Poor's Chief Economist — Sam Stovall, Standard & Poor's Chief Investment Strategist — Alec Young, Standard & Poor's International Equity Strategist
WHY: Investors, advisors and financial media can gain access to the financial market intelligence of Standard & Poor's, the world's largest producer of independent equity research. Standard & Poor's Equity Research delivers these insights everyday through products, such as The Outlook and MarketScope Advisor, which includes the newly introduced Advisor Communication Service (ACS). These offerings draw from Standard & Poor's Equity Research's data, knowledge and research from its award-winning analysts, proprietary STARS coverage and Stock Reports.
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Event Details: Go to http://event.standardandpoors.com/content/RegistrationForm_2ndQtrTeleConf_Jun0 8?elq=DE714D7A374346498553E33D5DB2589A (due to the length of the URL, please copy and paste into web browser) to register for the event. One hour of CFP continuing education credit is available for this event. (If you experience any difficulty while registering for this event, please contact
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