Tag: stock market

How 24-Hour Trading Empowers Global Investors

For international investors, 24-hour trading is a game-changer — especially when an after-hours event shifts markets. Trading U.S. stocks aligns smoothly with a standard schedule if you’re on the East Coast, with markets open from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. But it’s far less convenient for those on the West Coast who need an early […]

Stocks, Bonds, and Gold: Market Stakes Ahead of Election

The Nov. 5 U.S. presidential election remains unpredictable, with polls suggesting a tight race for the White House and significant potential for either party to take control of the House. In the Senate, Republicans hold a slim advantage, as outlined in UBS Group’s recent ElectionWatch analysis. Given this volatility, investors should brace for varied outcomes, […]

S&P 500 and Dow Post First Monthly Losses Since April

The Dow and S&P 500 closed October in the red, marking their first monthly losses since April as Halloween dealt investors more tricks than treats. A tech-driven selloff on Thursday dragged down the S&P 500, while the Nasdaq Composite recorded its largest single-day decline since early September. Analysts attributed the dip to various unsettling factors, […]

Can Stocks Rise Until Inauguration? It Depends on the Election

Historically, the stock market tends to perform better when the incumbent political party wins a U.S. presidential election, while declines are more common when it doesn’t. Data shows that between Election Day and Inauguration Day, the Dow Jones Industrial Average has averaged a 4.4% gain when the incumbent party wins, compared to a 2.0% decline […]

Can the S&P 500 Rally Keep Going?

The U.S. stock market is approaching what has historically been its strongest six-month stretch, from November through April, despite skipping the traditional “sell in May and go away” dip. Investors, however, remain cautious, wondering if the rally can maintain its momentum amid rising Treasury yields and concerns over the upcoming presidential election. Historically, the November-to-April […]

U.S. Stocks on Edge – A Perfect Storm Ahead?

“We need to see these companies deliver robust results,” said Eric Beiley, executive director of wealth management at Steward Partners, “because stocks are trading at very high valuations.” Tech’s continued dominance contrasts with the Russell 2000 index of small-cap stocks, which fell 3% last week, highlighting investors’ cautious approach amid high rates. High-Stakes Week Ahead […]