Portfolio manager says 2015 was difficult for domestic equities, and 2016 will be just as tough — or worse
Fund indices tracking natural resources categories were the month’s worst performers
Some portfolio managers say the impact of the commodity downturn is overstated
Energy equity, natural resources equity indices rise more than 6%
Cash levels are high in some funds because of concerns about high stock valuations and China's economic prospects
Portfolio managers tend to prefer corporate debt over government debt, but returns are razor-thin
Precious metals funds shine
Global equities markets, stoked by cheap money, have been shaken in recent months
The majority of fund indices posted losses between 1% and 3%
Prices may increase because of recent cuts in production