This session will present a discussion of the current global economic environment and the expected impact on capital market investment opportunities and risks over the next several months. Topics will include U.S. and global economies and where they are in the economic cycle, capital markets and where they are in the current investment cycle, and specific challenges for fixed income and equity investors. Pool financial decision-makers will learn the balancing act of managing their pool’s capital, as well as how to prepare for the near-future of our uncertain times.