Will Defense Equities Keep Getting Boost From Coronavirus Outbreaks?
February 07, 2020 at 08:00 AM EST
The risk-on that started 2020 took a 180-degree turn following the coronavirus outbreak as of late that has been roiling the markets with volatility. Now, investors are dialing up the purchases on safe haven assets, such as bonds, precious metals, and defensive plays inequities—will this trend persist with government-mandated orders to contain the virus?