Buckle Up: Friday’s Volatility Surge Expected as $2.2 Trillion Stock Options Reach Expiry Point
Once again, the monthly stock-market options for August are about to come to an end on Friday, which could result in increased instability in the stock market following a difficult three weeks. According to Rocky Fishman, the founder of strategy firm Asym 500 and former head of index derivatives strategy at Goldman Sachs Group, there […]
Market Resilience: U.S. Stock Futures Edge Up Post Sell-Off
In the early hours of Thursday, U.S. stock index futures increased slightly after previously dropping to a low point of six weeks due to the increase in bond yields. How are stock-index futures trading The Dow Jones Industrial Average, S&P 500, and Nasdaq Composite all experienced losses on Wednesday. The DJIA fell by 181 points, […]
S&P 500’s Warning Signal: Is a Downturn Looming Beyond the 50-Day Moving Average?
For the first time since March, the index ended below the average, putting an end to its longest streak of not dropping below in almost three years. According to technical analysts, the S&P 500 closed below its 50-day moving average on Tuesday for the first time in several months. This occurrence may indicate further declines […]
To Sell or Not to Sell: Debunking Myths About Withdrawing from the Stock Market
Investing can induce stress as we strive to make optimal choices for our financial futures. However, it can be difficult to navigate through volatile market conditions. Specifically, individual investors often ponder how they should react when the market experiences a downturn or experts forewarn of an upcoming recession. During uncertain times, you may contemplate moving […]
Bullish or Bearish? Summer’s Litmus Test for the Stock Market’s Direction
Historical evidence has proved that August and September are often times of turbulence in the American stock market. Thus the first weeks of the month having turbulence should not be an unexpected occurrence. As the S&P 500 index spiked 20% from January to July 2023 many investors have been wanting the market to stabilize after […]
Tech Trouble Sparks Concerns: Is the Momentum of 2023’s Stock-Market Rally at Risk
The Nasdaq-100, which has been the standout performer among major U.S. stock indices so far this year, has just suffered its most challenging fortnight since December, as per the data from Dow Jones Market. On Friday, the technology-centric index concluded a two-week drawdown of 4.6% by closing 100.77 points, or 0.7%, down at 15,028. This […]
Navigating Market Shifts: Post-‘No Recession’ Relief Rally Era Brings Flat Markets Ahead
The significant rise in the stock market witnessed during the initial part of the year has come to an end. Investors should brace themselves for modest yields from now until the conclusion of 2023. Stifel’s head equity strategist, Barry Bannister, informed clients in a note on Thursday that the rally observed in the absence of […]
Navigating Stock-Market Exposure: Finding the Right Balance for Baby Boomers
As the baby boomer generation approaches retirement, it may be prudent to exercise caution when it comes to their stock holdings. At present, a notable 37% of baby boomers maintain a higher level of equity holdings than Fidelity Investments recommends for their life stage, according to insights from Mike Shamrell, Fidelity’s Vice President of Thought […]
? Expert Strategist Predicts: S&P 500’s Momentum Pauses for the Rest of 2023 & Beyond ??
An expert strategist who accurately predicted the 2023 market rally now foresees a period of stagnation for stocks throughout the remainder of this year and possibly into 2024. This projection stems from a belief that corporate earnings growth will fall short of the overly optimistic expectations set by Wall Street. Barry Bannister, an equity strategist […]
Navigating Stock Market Risks: The Peril of Fed’s Backward Focus ??
Despite numerous pessimistic predictions, stocks have displayed remarkable resilience this year, steadily progressing forward. Even with a recent 2% dip, the S&P 500 has managed to surge over 17% in the course of 2023. This upward momentum has persevered through challenges such as escalating interest rates, declining earnings, the protracted Ukrainian conflict, and China’s economic […]
