HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_014525.txt

The email discusses the investment outlook for the year ahead and reflects on 2016 as a period of uncertainty with economic concerns such as China's growth path, oil prices, and U.S. consumer spending. The author notes that despite these concerns, maintaining a balanced and diversified position led to better performance in the long run. The email also mentions a "mid-cycle slowdown" and includes an image showing West Texas Intermediate spot price and broad trade-weighted dollar value over time.