Is The Market Setting A Bull Trap? | Lance Roberts

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May 10, 2025

Lance Roberts, a savvy portfolio manager and financial analyst, shares his insights on the current stock market dynamics. He warns that the ongoing rally could be a classic bull trap, urging listeners to consider lightening their positions. They dive into emotional investing and the risks of FOMO as investors rush back in. The discussion also covers recent trade developments, economic indicators, and the Federal Reserve's guidance, providing a comprehensive look at navigating potential market volatility.

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ADVICE

Rebalance Risk During Market Rally

Investors should rebalance risk, raise cash, and take profits after sharp market rallies.
Add positions cautiously, focusing on those less impacted by market fluctuations.

INSIGHT

Trade Complexity Confuses Average Americans

Average Americans lack understanding of what makes trade relations with China unfair.
The actual issues behind trade deficits and tariffs are often unclear to the general public.

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Consumerism Drives Outsourcing Issues

US's pursuit of cheap products encouraged outsourcing and IP risks.
Consumerism and debt culture have driven demand for inexpensive imports at cost to resilience.

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The current stock market rally looks long in the tooth, warns portfolio manager Lance Roberts.In his opinion, this looks likely to be a good time to lighten on positions, capture gains and prepare for a possible resumption to the downside.Stocks are exhibiting a classic correction trajectory, which historically has been punctuated with pronounced sharp rebounds like we've seen over the recent two weeks.Investors are starting to catch FOMO and aggressively jump back in. This may be the *exact* wrong time to do so.Lance and I discuss his argument for why, as well as the latest trade developments and Federal Reserve guidance from this week.For everything that mattered to markets this week, watch this video.WORRIED ABOUT THE MARKET? SCHEDULE YOUR FREE PORTFOLIO REVIEW with Thoughtful Money's endorsed financial advisors at https://www.thoughtfulmoney.com#tariffs #marketcorrection #federalreserve _____________________________________________ Thoughtful Money LLC is a Registered Investment Advisor Promoter.We produce educational content geared for the individual investor. It’s important to note that this content is NOT investment advice, individual or otherwise, nor should be construed as such.We recommend that most investors, especially if inexperienced, should consider benefiting from the direction and guidance of a qualified financial advisor registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) or state securities regulators who can develop & implement a personalized financial plan based on a customer’s unique goals, needs & risk tolerance.IMPORTANT NOTE: There are risks associated with investing in securities.Investing in stocks, bonds, exchange traded funds, mutual funds, money market funds, and other types of securities involve risk of loss. Loss of principal is possible. Some high risk investments may use leverage, which will accentuate gains & losses. Foreign investing involves special risks, including a greater volatility and political, economic and currency risks and differences in accounting methods.A security’s or a firm’s past investment performance is not a guarantee or predictor of future investment performance.Thoughtful Money and the Thoughtful Money logo are trademarks of Thoughtful Money LLC.Copyright © 2025 Thoughtful Money LLC. All rights reserved.