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Breakthrough Or Breakdown? Stocks Are At A Key Junction | Lance Roberts

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May 17, 2025
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Lance Roberts
Lance Roberts, a keen portfolio manager known for his market insights, delves into critical trends affecting the stock market. He highlights the importance of the S&P holding above the 200-day moving average and discusses potential bullish and bearish scenarios. The conversation also covers rising bond yields, emotional investing, and the significant threat AI poses to jobs. They explore how current economic policies influence market dynamics and the implications of consumer debt on spending. A treasure trove of insights for investors!
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200-Day Moving Average Is Key

  • The S&P 500 holding above the 200-day moving average for two weeks signals the end of the correction.
  • If it fails, a bear market rally likely ends, sending stocks lower again.
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Manage Risk During Overbought Market

  • The market is currently overbought based on short-term technicals like MACD and RSI.
  • Investors should consider taking profits and rebalancing risk to prepare for upcoming consolidation or pullbacks.
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Bond Yields Driven by Traders and Fundamentals

  • Bond yields' short-term movements are driven mostly by traders' positions, not fundamentals.
  • Long-term yields depend on economic growth and inflation, suggesting yields will decline as growth slows.
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