Recession or Stagflation? Why Either Scenario Could Boost Alternative Assets
Uncertainty is the only constant—and whether it’s a slowdown or stagflation, traditional assets are getting tested. Discover why alternative assets investments are gaining traction in portfolios today.
- The key differences between stagflation and recession
- How both scenarios historically affect stocks and bonds
- alternatives become a lifeline during volatility
- What makes collector cars a compelling real asset
- How MCQ Markets helps democratize this opportunity
Recessions shrink the economy. Stagflation keeps prices high while growth stalls. Either way? Traditional assets struggle. In 2022, a mild inflationary slowdown wiped out $18 trillion in global equity value alone (Bloomberg).
Conventional 60/40 portfolios are showing cracks under pressure. Bonds aren’t cushioning like they used to. And stocks are increasingly vulnerable to macro headwinds—from policy shifts to geopolitical shocks. That’s why capital is rotating into alternatives—fast.
According to Preqin, the global alternatives market is expected to hit $24.5 trillion by 2028, up from $13.7 trillion in 2021. Real-world assets (RWAs)—like luxury cars, art, and collectibles—are leading the charge for investors seeking uncorrelated returns.
So where do cars come in?
Collector cars have outpaced gold, wine, and even fine art over the last decade, growing by 185% according to the Knight Frank Luxury Investment Index. Why? They’re scarce, they’re iconic, and they carry both financial and emotional value.
At MCQ Markets, we’re making it possible to invest in alternative assets without the necessary capital and the burden of maintenance that accompanies collector car ownership. With shares starting at $20, you can access a market that historically thrives in uncertain times—and looks good doing it.
