Sat, 17 Jan 2026 09:36:14 +0000

Falling real rates are not yet a “green light” for equities

📉 In past cycles, equity markets often weakened after inflation-adjusted interest rates peaked and began to decline.➣ The reason is the lagged effect of tight monetary policy and the accumulated economic damage. In such an environment, markets typically shift into capital preservation mode, rather than actively seeking upside.Beginner investors often interpret falling rates as clear “rocket fuel” for stocks.