The U.S. stock market has recently turned bearish after an extended period of bullish momentum. This shift could be attributed, at least in part, to factors such as trade tensions from Trump’s tariffs, high interest rates, and broader economic uncertainties. For investors and traders alike, the key question remains: Is this downturn a buying opportunity or a warning sign? Trading vs. Investing in a Bearish Market Personally, in this type of market, I prefer trading over long-term investing. The ability to take profits regularly by capitalizing on short-term price fluctuations gives me greater peace of mind. For example, yesterday, I bought APA shares at $20.82 and sold them at $20.97, securing a small but realized profit. APA is a stock I wouldn't mind holding for the long term due to its
Market Plunge Across the Board: Buying Opportunity or Red Flag?
The Nasdaq fell more than 1.2%, erasing all gains for the year. The S&P 500 dropped 0.5%, marking its third consecutive day of declines. This week, the market is focused on Nvidia's earnings report and the PCE inflation data. Microsoft has cut two data centers in Wisconsin Kenosha and Georgia Atlanta, raising concerns on Wall Street about AI capital expenditures. With US stocks falling across the board, will you remain bullish? Is it a good time to add to positions, or should you wait for a clearer direction?
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