Ethical Obligations in Public Appearances

As a portfolio manager and CFA charterholder, Sarah has been invited to speak at a financial conference about her investment strategies and market outlook. During her presentation, she highlights a forthcoming research report detailing her company’s bullish stance on a particular sector, which is poised to release detailed findings to clients shortly after the conference. Although she mentions that her insights are solely her own and does not reflect the views of her employer, the potential conflicts of interest may not be entirely clear to the audience.

According to the CFA Institute's Research Objectivity Standards, particularly regarding public appearances, which of the following options correctly describes Sarah's ethical obligations?