Why the ‘HALO’ trade boosting hard assets is no fluke, according to Morgan Stanley

The boost for non-digital sectors should last through the year, says Morgan Stanley’s Wilson

17 Feb, 11:49 — 17 Feb, 12:01

Why this matters

The 'HALO' trade signifies a potential shift in investment focus from digital to hard assets, impacting various sectors and investor strategies. Understanding this trend is crucial for market participants to adapt their portfolios and capitalize on emerging opportunities.

Key entitiesMorgan Stanley Wilson Applied Materials (AMAT)

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What sources agree on

Morgan Stanley believes the 'HALO' trade, which favors hard assets, is not a fluke.
The boost for non-digital sectors is expected to continue through the year.

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The 'HALO' trade, which boosts hard assets, is not a fluke.

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The boost for non-digital sectors should last through the year.

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Applied Materials (AMAT) is seen as winning whether WFE growth is market- or share-driven.

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Coverage gaps

Discussion of Applied Materials (AMAT) as a specific beneficiary of the 'HALO' trade, regardless of market or share-driven WFE growth.

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