Monday's spike in the VIX was historic, but the real risk lies in U.S. junk debt becoming severely mispriced.

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If tech stocks are losing favor on Wall Street, it could be time to eye healthcare before real market pain starts.

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After a year of underperformance, small-caps have made historic moves in recent weeks, driving hedge funds into a major deleveraging cycle.

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The yen has been quietly surging. Could this be a precursor to the long-anticipated Japan reverse carry trade?

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Small-cap stocks have started to outperform in a meaningful way. What that means long term depends on other indicators.

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Investors have been focusing in on tech stocks as the presidential election closes in. The real spotlight should be on government spending.

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A sustained VIX spike above the 20 level would rock the stock market. Use the indicators popping up now to get prepared.

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If this is more than normal rotation from large-caps into small-cap stocks, it could spark the end of several hedge funds.

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Going long on regional banks and shorting tech might be one of the most interesting contrarian trades today.

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Small-cap stocks are rallying and investors may see this as a return of risk-on. Treasurys tell us that this may be nothing more than a trap.

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Though they're still trading below 2021 highs, and higher interest rates haven't helped, a small-cap melt-up might be on the horizon.

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Bitcoin prices are in focus as reelection odds for former President Donald Trump improve. Here is why they are connected.

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The stock market today was odd. Nvidia was down, Russell 2000 was up, utilities were surging, and that's just the beginning.

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For more than a decade, investors have largely ignored emerging markets stocks. Beating the S&P 500 means changing that.

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Rising jobless claims and weaker consumers will likely force a Fed rate cut. That could trigger a stock market correction... or a recession.

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Gold started sending a warning months ago, but investors didn't listen. Now, the June jobs report has everyone's attention.

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The services PMI flashed a reading below 50. That suggests the economy is contracting and a recession is ahead.

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An over-concentration in NVDA makes this the most dangerous stock market ever. Investors need to wake up and realize.

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Treasury yields are spiking. Behind the move could be the first presidential debate, the yen, or a potential economic surge.

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Betting odds show Trump pulling far ahead of the first presidential debate. Here's why that's bad news for tech stocks.

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Nuclear energy stocks are moving in lockstep with Nvidia. That means if NVDA shares top, brace for a pullback.

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Between an upcoming election, a brewing currency crisis, and over-concentration in Nvidia stock, a storm is on the horizon.

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The yen continues to fall, potentially forcing the Bank of Japan to start buying up the currency. If that happens, brace for a squeeze.

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Investors ignore nuance at their peril. Watching only the S&P 500 means overlooking the warnings being sent by 70% of stocks.

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The selloff in utility stocks appears overdone, which could mean the tide is turning against Nvidia and its risk-on peers.

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The Chinese economy appears to be bottoming and the PBoC is getting smarter. This is good news for investors everywhere.

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The Bank of Japan needs to intervene to save the yen, but that could trigger volatility for investors around the globe.

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A drop in housing starts and building permits is reflected in falling lumber prices. This doesn't bode well for the economy as a whole.

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The stock market is enjoying a rally on rate cut hopes, but a deflation scare could be just around the corner. Here's why.

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Janet Yellen just made explicit a little-known secret about interest rates that explains why the Fed will cut them soon.

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A spike in bankruptcies and economic deceleration show that Canada is in trouble. Here is why the U.S. could be too.

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The Wyckoff method suggests that Bitcoin may be entering a distribution phase. Here is what that means for BTC maxis.

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Small-cap stocks appear to be rebounding and closing the gap between large-caps. Here's what to watch in the short and long term.

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Despite inflation still roaring, there is a hidden truth that will force the Fed to lower interest rates. Here's what you need to know.

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Today's lagging indicators reflect the delayed impact of historic rate hikes that began over two years ago.

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A drop in job openings and continued weakness in small-cap stocks suggest that the labor market is cracking. Watch out.

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Q1 earnings from Gap showed that the retailer is thriving under a new CEO. Keep GPS stock closely on your radar for more upside.

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Recent strength in U.S. Treasurys as junk bonds falter suggests that credit spreads are widening. Why that is bad news for Wall Street.

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Regional bank stocks have been beaten down bad. Signs are finally pointing to a meaningful recovery.

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Warning signs in utility stocks, gold, and Treasurys suggest that a ramp up in volatility is just around the corner.

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Until housing costs come down, the Fed will not be able to get inflation under control. That's why it needs a recession to shock the system.

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With the volatility index near record lows, investors should be positioning themselves defensively ahead of a potential VIX spike.

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Japan tried to save the yen earlier this spring and failed. Its next steps could have grave impacts for the dollar and U.S. Treasurys.

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Nvidia stock may represent a great company with great earnings. However, the rest of the market is lagging behind.

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The Turkish stock market is surging in 2024. But for everyday people in Turkey, high inflation makes it hard to live.

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Investors have been ignoring biotech stocks for far too long. Here's why they could start to heat up in 2024.

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Palladium prices look ready to heat up thanks to automotive demand, geopolitics, and a bounce in China's economy.

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Healthcare stocks look set to start outperforming the S&P 500. That is yet another warning sign that the bears are in control.

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Copper prices have been perking up as China intervenes in its property market and AI boosts copper demand.

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Instead of subjecting yourself to large-cap risk, consider an equal weighting strategy for your investments now.

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