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ile IT is a preferred cyclical sectors. We also like Energy. e We are cautious on Materials, where we expect margin pressure to continue, as well as Telecom and Utilities, due to high valuations. Strategic (1 to 2 years) °¢ We like medium-sized US companies, which should benefit from robust earnings gro

46.1 237.2 62% Industrial 101.4 155.8 54% Consumer Staples 104.7 160.5 53% Health Care 89.1 128.4 44% Energy 181.9 238.9 31% Financials 63.0 82.0 30% Telecom 51.0 56.9 12% Utilities 113.4 100.9 -11% Source: Bloomberg e Reasons for Underperformance Much of this recent underperformance can be explained by