Know Your Risk Podcast TACO Friday, OPEC, and a Strong May
May 30, 2025
Dive into the latest financial market trends, where a mixed day reveals shifting dynamics in sectors like oil and gold. Discover how domestic and international ETFs outperformed the U.S. during a record-breaking May. The discussion turns to the oil market, dissecting OPEC's strategic moves and the implications of geopolitical tensions. Explore South Korea's consumer sentiment and investment prospects, examining inflation's impact and the influence of upcoming trade talks.
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Strong Global Market Outperformance
- May 2025 was the best May in 35 years and the best month in two years for the U.S. market.
- Despite this, 17 country ETFs outperformed the U.S., showing global market strength beyond the U.S.
U.S.-China Trade Tensions Explained
- U.S.-China trade talks appear stalled with accusations of slow-rolling on rare earth agreements.
- Both sides claim the other is not honoring terms, complicating progress and causing market uncertainty.
Market Resilience Amid Trade Tensions
- The market remained resilient despite trade tensions due to systematic funds like vol control funds buying dip days.
- These flows stabilize markets until a significant negative event or increased tariff action occurs.