What’s Shaking Up the Market Today?

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The financial landscape is ever-changing, with today’s developments shaping tomorrow’s opportunities. Here’s what’s driving the latest headlines:

➡️ Here’s How Strong the S&P 500 Performs When Inflation Is Falling Rather Than Rising

IVV | SPLG | SPXL | SPY | SSO | UPRO | VOO | Market Watch | Positive

The S&P 500 has historically delivered stronger returns during periods when inflation is trending lower compared to times when inflation is rising. Declining inflation often supports valuation expansion, improves earnings visibility, and eases pressure on monetary policy. As price pressures moderate, investor confidence typically strengthens, creating a more favorable backdrop for equities. If the current disinflation trend persists, broad-market and leveraged ETFs could benefit from improved momentum and renewed upside participation.

➡️ Earnings Hold The Line As Retailers Get Ready To Report Amid Major Sector Rotation And Tech Fallout

SP | SPY | Seeking Alpha | Positive

Corporate earnings remain steady as retailers prepare to report, even as markets navigate significant sector rotation and continued weakness in technology stocks. Capital is shifting across industries, but overall earnings resilience is helping stabilize broader market sentiment. Upcoming retail results may provide additional clarity on consumer strength and the durability of current profit trends. Despite heightened volatility in certain sectors, earnings stability is acting as an anchor for the broader index.

➡️ S&P 500 Edges Higher: Investor Fear Eases Slightly, Greed Index Remains In ‘Fear’ Zone

IVV | SPLG | SPXL | SPY | SSO | UPRO | VOO | Benzinga | Neutral

The S&P 500 is edging higher as investor fear moderates slightly, though sentiment indicators remain firmly within the “fear” zone. The easing of anxiety suggests selling pressure may be cooling, but confidence has yet to fully return. Market participants appear cautious, with gains measured rather than aggressive. Until sentiment shifts more decisively toward optimism, price action may remain steady but vulnerable to renewed volatility.

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