Sentiment has changed!
My cautious optimism from my previous post has proven to be well-founded so far. The market is regaining its footing, and while sentiment has shifted positively, it remains fragile.
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Back on Track
On January 21-22, 2025, the S&P 500, NASDAQ, and Russell 2000 had mixed performances. Are we back on track?
What’s around the corner for this market?
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) for December 2024 was released on Wednesday, January 15, 2025.
The CPI is in the Driver’s Seat
The stock market this week is particularly focused on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) reading this Wednesday because it is a critical indicator of inflation.
Ugly week! What’s around the corner?
During the week of January 6 to January 10, 2025, both the S&P 500 and the NASDAQ Composite experienced notable movements influenced by various economic factors.
Is this the market rebound?
On Friday, January 3, 2025, U.S. stock markets experienced a notable rebound, breaking a five-day losing streak.
Where’s Santa?
Following the U.S. presidential election on November 5, 2024, where Donald Trump secured victory, U.S. stock markets experienced a significant surge.
Santa Claus Rally
The concept of a "Santa Claus Rally" refers to a historical trend where stock markets often experience gains during the end-of-year holiday period.
Panic Selling and the VIX Index
It looks like the sharp market decline could be "panic selling," highlighting a significant surge in the CBOE Volatility Index (VIX), which jumped significantly (74%)—the second-largest increase on record.
Ugly Day, But See the Light
The Federal Reserve reduced its benchmark federal funds rate by 25 basis points, bringing it to a range of 4.25% to 4.5%. This marks the third consecutive rate cut this year.