Category: Finance
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“Trade the Trend” Strategy – October 2025 update
September 2026 was a strong month for the U.S. stock market. The S&P 500 reached new highs, driven by solid corporate earnings and growing hopes for interest rate cuts. Despite ongoing inflation and unemployment concerns, investor sentiment remained positive. Technology led sector gains, followed by Communication Services.
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“Trade the Trend” Strategy – September 2025 update
August 2025 kept the momentum alive for U.S. markets, with the S&P 500 climbing to fresh record highs amid growing optimism over potential rate cuts. Early gains were fueled by solid corporate earnings and a revised GDP estimate that beat expectations. However, investor sentiment remained sensitive to mixed labor data and persistent inflation concerns. The…
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“Trade the Trend” Strategy – August 2025 update
July 2025 delivered a mixed bag for U.S. markets. The S&P 500 initially extended its summer rally, buoyed by strong earnings from tech giants and easing inflation data. However, sentiment turned cautious mid-month as new tariff announcements and weaker-than-expected jobs data triggered a pullback. Despite volatility, sector rotation remained active, with energy and utilities outperforming…
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“Trade the Trend” Strategy – July 2025 update
June 2025 saw U.S. markets extend their rally, with the S&P 500 climbing to a new record high. Gains were driven by strong tech performance, easing trade tensions, and robust corporate earnings, capping off the best quarter for equities in over a year.
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“Trade the Trend” Strategy – June 2025 update
May 2025 saw U.S. markets rebound as investor confidence improved. The S&P 500 surged early in the month, buoyed by easing trade tensions and strong corporate earnings, before settling at a 6.3% gain—its best May performance in decades.
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“Trade the Trend” Strategy – May 2025 update
April 2025 saw U.S. markets grapple with volatility amid shifting tariff policies and uncertain economic signals. Early drops in the S&P 500 gave way to a modest recovery as investors weighed evolving trade negotiations and mixed inflation data. The Federal Reserve maintained steady interest rates, while defensive sectors outperformed energy and financials. Overall, market sentiment…
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“Trade the Trend” Strategy – April 2025 update
March 2025 saw U.S. markets navigating a complex landscape shaped by ongoing economic and geopolitical challenges. While defensive sectors maintained stability, growth-oriented areas continued to face headwinds. The Federal Reserve’s decision to hold interest rates steady reflected cautious optimism, though inflationary pressures and trade uncertainties remained key concerns. Additionally, the back-and-forth implementation of tariffs created…
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“Trade the Trend” Strategy – March 2025 update
February 2025 U.S. markets showed cautious movement amid economic and inflation concerns. Defensive sectors held steady, while growth areas faced pressure. Uncertainty over trade and geopolitics tempered sentiment, reflecting a risk-averse stance overall.
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“Trade the Trend” Strategy – February 2025 update
January 2025 U.S. markets reflected measured optimism, despite lingering economic and inflation concerns. Defensive sectors provided a stable foundation, while growth-oriented areas began to show signs of strain. Geopolitical uncertainties and cautious trade dynamics influenced investor behavior, setting the tone for a risk-aware approach throughout the month.
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Testing the “Trade the Trend” Strategy with Sector SPDR ETFs
I’m embarking on a journey to test a long-term investment strategy using SPDR Select ETFs. The strategy involves ranking ETFs based on their performance in the previous month and then investing in them according to their weight ratio by grand total. By applying the weight ratio by grand total, I aim to allocate funds in…