Quick RIC: Exceptional economy, remarkable markets

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Quick RIC: Exceptional economy, remarkable markets

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Exceptional economy, remarkable markets

The RIC Outlook 10 June 2026

BofA Global Research indicators confirm the “new industrial cycle” is rolling on (see Investment Strategy

Exhibit 2), but valuation and positioning imply a market that may have become Global

overheated. A dip this summer could be a buying opportunity in our view, especially in

real asset-linked sectors, credit, and global value. Table of Contents

250 years of a singular experiment, in 20 charts The RIC Outlook 2

We highlight surprising facts about the economy, markets, and institutions of the United Investing in the United States at 250 3

States. The US produces 28% of world GDP with 4% of the population, with top ranks in A RIC Roundtable on… Distance runners 12

R&D, innovation, oil production, and demographics. US equities annualized 9.9% over the The Technical Corner 15

last 150 years, a record pace; US bonds have higher returns vs. peers with less volatility. Appendix 16

How many countries were inspired by the Declaration of Independence? See page 3. Research Analysts 23

Trades for good governance, deregulation and innovation

We highlight several industries poised to benefit from recent policy changes. A Supreme Research Investment Committee BofAS

Court ruling on trucking safety is boosting transportation stocks. Deregulation has

Jared Woodard

become a trend in recent years (Exhibit 25), with benefits for banks and industrials. And Investment & ETF Strategist

innovative US defense companies are likely winners as the world refocuses on security. BofAS +1 646 855 2600

jared.woodard@bofa.com

A RIC Roundtable on… stocks for the long run James Cole