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Weekly Recap: Navigating Volatility Amid Bullish Trends
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Weekly Recap: Navigating Volatility Amid Bullish Trends

The S&P 500 closed the week at 5,867, down 0.77%, while the NASDAQ and Dow Jones Industrial Average also saw declines of 0.10% and 0.29%, respectively. The Dow Jones Industrial Average has finally managed to break its record streak of 11 days in the red since 1974 by rising by 1.18% to 42,840.26. The DXY closed at 107.82 lightly higher than a week ago. We’re seeing extreme risk in the current bull market with treasuries selling off and the DXY rising.

Opening Bell: Markets on Edge
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Opening Bell: Markets on Edge

Following a turbulent day on Wednesday, the S&P 500 closed 0.77% lower at 5,867. The NASDAQ was slightly down by 19 points (0.10%), closing the day at 19,392. The Dow extended its losing streak marking the 11th trading session in the red finishing at 42,342 sliding 0.29%. The DXY weakened a bit to 107.97 (-0.39%) calming the market, and the VIX climbed 7.8% in early trading to 26. Small caps in the Russell 2000 are still hurting, down 1.31% during the day, closing the index at 2,231.

The Silver Lining to Last Week’s Market Rollercoaster: Small Cap Outperformance
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The Silver Lining to Last Week’s Market Rollercoaster: Small Cap Outperformance

Last week’s spike in volatility saw the VIX hit the $16 mark and significant market drops, but signs suggest a healthy sell-off and rotation from Tech. The VIX curve remained in contango, indicating an orderly market despite the sell-off. With earnings season approaching, index volatility typically decreases. The Russell 2000’s outperformance further supports a positive outlook, signaling resilience among smaller companies. Overall, the current market structure and strong economic fundamentals suggest that volatility may remain subdued.

How Does the Presidential Election Affect Market Volatility?
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How Does the Presidential Election Affect Market Volatility?

“Quite a few ‘old adages’ regarding markets and politics are plainly false,” says Thomas Jefferson. Contrary to belief, markets perform better under Democratic presidents. Misunderstandings about market volatility can affect strategies. Analyzing election year patterns reveals opportunities, suggesting that shorting October volatility might be profitable despite uncertainty. Understanding politics and markets is key to effective investing.

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