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Global Market Strategist

Brian Levitt

Profile

Brian Levitt is a Global Market Strategist at Invesco. In this role, he is responsible for the development and communication of the firm’s investment outlooks and insights for North America. Brian is the author of Invesco’s Compelling Wealth Management Conversations, a program that helps investors manage their emotions and stick to their investment plans. He also authored the firm’s Financial Literacy program and works extensively with families to educate on personal finance. Brian co-hosts Invesco’s “Greater Possibilities” podcast. He joined Invesco when the firm combined with OppenheimerFunds in 2019.

Visit Brian on LinkedIn and X (formerly Twitter)

Media
  • Appears on CNBC, CNN, Bloomberg TV, and Yahoo! Finance
  • Quoted in CNBC.com, Business Insider, Financial Times, The Wall Street Journal, and other financial news publications

Previous experience
  • OppenheimerFunds – Senior Investment Strategist
  • Morgan Stanley – Product Manager

Education
  • MBA in finance and international business, Fordham University, Gabelli School of Business
  • BA in economics, University of Michigan

Insights from Brian

  • Markets and Economy
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    Markets and Economy

    Markets balk at a strong US jobs report

    By Brian Levitt

    With inflation concerns prevalent, markets didn’t appreciate the strong December US jobs report, but was the initial response an overreaction?

    January 10, 2025
  • Market volatility
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    Market volatility

    How would a government shutdown affect market volatility?

    By Brian Levitt

    A government shutdown can lead to short-term market volatility, but they generally resolve quickly with minimal market impact for long-term investors.

    December 20, 2024
  • Markets and Economy
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    Markets and Economy

    Above the Noise: Reflections on a year of market growth

    By Brian Levitt

    Revisit 2024 themes in “12 months of Above the Noise.” A resilient US economy, contained inflation, and an easing Federal Reserve created a positive backdrop for markets.

    December 20, 2024
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    Markets and Economy

    Above the Noise: Red wave, tariff uncertainty, and government spending

    By Brian Levitt

    Donald Trump’s red wave victory was the decisive end to a historic election. Will we see tax cuts and deregulation fuel growth? Or do trade wars and higher spending quash it?

    December 1, 2024
  • Markets and Economy
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    Markets and Economy

    Ten reasons for investors to be thankful this Thanksgiving

    By Brian Levitt

    It’s the time of year to reflect on what we’re thankful for. Here are things that investors can be thankful for this year, such as all-time highs for the stock market.

    November 22, 2024