That was the second afternoon in sell-off in a row.
Category: Monster Market Commentary
Rates Surge and Stocks Tank After Weak Treasury Auction
The 20-year auction didn't go well, and that sent everything into a tailspin.
The VIX Pinning Effects May Soon Be Behind Us
Stocks fell and rates rose, there may be more to come.
Stocks and Bonds Rebound From Overnight Moody’s Declines
Stocks and Bonds were able to bounce back from their overnight declines.
Markets May Be Primed for Correction Following Moody’s Downgrade and Trade News Rally
Markets surged following positive trade developments with China, but the surprise Moody’s downgrade and rising volatility suggest that this rally may have run its course. With the bond market exerting pressure and the dollar weakening, equities appear vulnerable, setting the stage for a potential correction.
May OPEX – It’s Finally Here
The market should start to move more freely starting tomorrow.
The Bond Market Still Holds All the Cards—and It’s Doubling Down
The 30-year rate may be heading higher.
From Oversold To Overbought In Only A Month
Stocks finished the day higher, but went from oversold to overbought incredible time.
Stocks Break Above Big Resistance Region
Stocks moved higher, as implied volatility crush took effect.
Markets at a Crossroads: Technical Patterns and Inflation Risks Shape Outlook
The technicals are coming together to show that this is a major level of resistance.
As the Market Churns, a Turning Point Emerges
S&P 500 getting over 5700 is really having problems.
Stagflation Casts a Shadow Over Markets
Uncertainty was the word of the day.
The Fed and Semiconductors May Come Into Greater Focus
Stocks finished lower, but it was a slow day ahead of the Fed meeting.
First-Quarter 2025 Thematic Growth Update
5/5/25 Volatility in the first quarter increased dramatically ahead of President Trump’s highly anticipated tariff plan. That volatility accelerated at the start of the second quarter, as tariff announcements were significantly worse than expected. The market underestimated Trump’s determination to reshape global trade, and the market may still be underestimating the potential impact. This ongoing …
Stocks Hit Tough Resistance as the Dollar Continues Its Slide
It was not a good day for the dollar or the stock market.
Leverage Costs Signal Warning for S&P 500 Rally
Stocks continued to rally, but not much has really changed.
Stocks May Be Nearing A Major Turning Point
Stocks saw a sharp move lower in final minutes ahead of April Job report.
Stocks Go On Wild Ride In Final Minutes Of Trading
Stock went on a wild roller coaster ride.
The Stock Market Has Grown Too Complacent Again
The next 3 days carry a lot of event risk, and implied volatility appears to be too low.
Divergent Paths Could Be Trouble For The Stock Market
Stocks are going on a divergent path from the rest of the market.