New Ideas Are Not Just for Europe - Weekly Market Commentary
Highlights: The weaker pace of productivity in recent years could mean slower profit growth
ahead for S&P 500 companies.
Fortunately, business spending on research and development (R&D) has improved, and patent grants are now on the rise. It typically takes about three years for patent grants to result in improved productivity for businesses.
We believe that productivity and innovation are due for a comeback, helping to support
profit growth.
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Jeffrey Kleintop, CFA
Chief Market Strategist LPL Financial
December 12, 2011
LPL FINANCIAL RESEARCH
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