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  • The First Reality Check

    The First Reality Check

    14 April 2026 It passed. The U.S. market exhibited remarkable resilience last night (SOXX +1.7%, SPY +1%, Nasdaq +1%), clearing a rigorous “reality check” following the Hormuz Strait blockade. In a weaker environment, such a move typically triggers a broad sell-off; however, the tape held firm even before news emerged of a potential revival in… Continue reading

  • Indices “V-shaped recovery” – more to go?

    10 April 2026 The US stock market landscape has shifted from panic to opportunistic. The SOXX (Semiconductor ETF) staged a strong come back and surged 22% from its March lows to hit a new all-time high yesterday. This dramatic rebound showcases how leading sector offers the most explosive “alpha” during a market correction. While the… Continue reading

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  • The Most Dangerous Market: One Driven by Headlines

    13 March 2026 Key takeaway: any rebound is likely to be short-lived. Markets have increasingly become headline-driven, where war-related developments frequently override fundamental drivers in the short term. On Monday (9 March), US equities jumped after Donald Trump suggested the US was “very close to finishing the war.” The optimism faded quickly. Over the past… Continue reading