Investors may wish to consider a professionally selected and managed strategy for investing in equity securities of companies headquartered in the northwestern United States. The Pacific Northwest is home to many of the most recognized and cutting-edge companies in the world. The strategy is expanded along several different sectors to provide investors with equity diversification.

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Washington State is well known for its leadership in global aerospace, but the state also features many other strong sectors: global health, biotechnology, clean technology, information and communication technology, maritime and advanced manufacturing, military and defense, and clothing and retail distribution. Washington State is also perfectly positioned as an international export and transportation hub. In 2018, Washington had the fastest-growing state GDP in America and reported 4.7% of all 2018 United States exports.

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Oregon is home to a variety of industries, but three have a recognized global competitive advantage: manufacturing, clean technology, and outdoor gear and activewear. Like Washington State, Oregon offers globally competitive tax incentives to encourage business growth and prosperity. In 2018, Oregon’s real GDP grew 3.4%, reaching $246.298 billion.

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California, if it were its own nation, would have the fifth-largest economy in the world. With its GDP reaching $2.9 trillion in 2018, California represents 15% of the U.S. economy.

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The Pacific Northwest is home to numerous world-class companies with a unique economic footprint that offers investors equally unique return opportunities. We at Fulcrum Wealth Advisors believe that focused analysis within this region will help clients achieve and exceed investment goals.