Notes from the CIO - SAM

Apr 24 2024

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Statera's Chief Investment Officer, Mark Mowrey, provides additional perspective on this month's commentary. Importantly, this commentary is not presented as an investment recommendation. The approach described may not be right for everyone. No one watching or listening to this commentary should take our comments as advice specific to or appropriate for their individual situation. Individual circumstances should be taken into consideration when determining a suitable investment approach. All investing carries risk.

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