Corporate CFOs Think a Recession Is Coming. Here Are 3 Stocks to Own If They're Right.

Which group of individuals is in the best position to spot early warning signs of economic trouble? There's a good case to be made for corporate chief financial officers (CFOs). These executives know how their companies are performing financially before anyone else. And if American businesses begin to stumble, the U.S. economy is likely headed for a rough patch.Many CFOs are decidedly pessimistic these days. The latest CNBC CFO Council Survey found that 60% of CFOs expect a U.S. recession later in 2025. Another 15% predict a recession next year. Ninety percent of the CFOs surveyed believe President Trump's tariffs will cause inflation to rise. What should investors do if these CFOs are right? Here are three stocks to own if a recession is coming.Continue reading

Apr 4, 2025 - 09:50
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Corporate CFOs Think a Recession Is Coming. Here Are 3 Stocks to Own If They're Right.

Which group of individuals is in the best position to spot early warning signs of economic trouble? There's a good case to be made for corporate chief financial officers (CFOs). These executives know how their companies are performing financially before anyone else. And if American businesses begin to stumble, the U.S. economy is likely headed for a rough patch.

Many CFOs are decidedly pessimistic these days. The latest CNBC CFO Council Survey found that 60% of CFOs expect a U.S. recession later in 2025. Another 15% predict a recession next year. Ninety percent of the CFOs surveyed believe President Trump's tariffs will cause inflation to rise.

What should investors do if these CFOs are right? Here are three stocks to own if a recession is coming.

Continue reading