The rebound has been nothing short of dramatic. From interest rate fears to AI euphoria, from tariff tensions to short squeezes, the market has staged one of the most theatrical comebacks in recent memory. But here’s the real question: did you profit from it, or did you panic and miss the show?

For those who stayed calm during the ICU days — buying the dips, ignoring the noise, dollar-cost averaging through the pain — the reward has been sweet. Major indices are bouncing back, some tech names have clawed back double-digit losses, and the bears are once again hiding in the shadows.

But not everyone was singing karaoke during this rebound. Many sold too early, others waited too long, and some are still frozen, unsure whether this recovery is real or just another fake-out. And let’s face it — after the whiplash of Q1, it’s hard to tell if the KTV mic is real… or just another mirage before another ICU check-in.

The takeaway? Market cycles are brutal — but often short-lived. When fear peaks, opportunities quietly present themselves. And when the mood shifts from ICU to celebration, those who kept their heads often come out ahead.