Three industry segments well-known for their high debt levels include utilities, master limited partnerships (MLPs) and REITs. In the impending rising interest rate environment, these three industry segments, in particular, may be disadvantaged. In contrast, the two industries best known for benefiting (in a relative sense) during rising interest rate environments during phases of economic growth include technology and banking.

As our Federal Reserve reverses course, correcting its now-bloated balance sheet, interest rates will likely rise. Nevertheless, unless this time things are different, domestic equity prices are still expected to continue their appreciation. 
 

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