We seek to buy growing, profitable, and well-capitalized businesses at reasonable prices. The habit of relating quality to value is central to the WCA equity investing process.
A comprehensive suite of asset allocation portfolios focused on matching investment objectives with risk tolerance. Both passive and active strategies are offered.
This portfolio seeks to generate a stream of income from a portfolio of 30 investment-grade corporate bonds. The portfolio is constructed as a “ladder” with maturities spanning 10 years.
Diversification is often regarded as the bedrock of sound investing. It is widely believed to reduce risk, smooth out returns, and provide stability in uncertain markets. However, this assumption deserves scrutiny, especially when considering the realities of bear markets. Markets Have Two Environments: Bull And Bear Investors must remember that markets operate in two distinct environments: bull markets and bear markets. While bull markets can be enjoyable—lifting nearly all stocks and creating an illusion of stability—bear markets expose vulnerabilities. This reality is particularly important for: A portfolio that thrives in a bull market but collapses in a bear market is…
There has been much discussion recently about growth. Artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies are fueling expectations for high returns, pushing stock values to record highs. While analysts forecast uninterrupted growth, we question whether some of these expectations are realistic. Markets appear to be pricing in very high growth assumptions, which may prove difficult to meet over time. The Three Pillars of Valuation Three key factors drive valuations: opportunity cost, risk, and growth. Opportunity cost reflects the need for returns that exceed what can be earned in risk-free assets, such as U.S. Treasury bonds. Riskier assets demand a premium to…
The U.S. economy in 2024 showed remarkable resilience against inflation, rising interest rates, and global uncertainties. GDP expanded, consumer confidence stayed strong, and household wealth hit $155 trillion. This reflects America’s economic strength, driven by innovation and industrial capacity, though vulnerabilities remain. Fiscal shifts in 2025 offer potential gains but will test the economy’s ability to sustain momentum. The S&P 500’s rise highlights earnings growth and multiple expansion but reveals risks tied to the dominance of the “Magnificent 7.” Concentration risks persist, even as diversification provides balance. With returns likely to moderate, strategic positioning will be critical to navigating the…