The Markets in October: What to Expect (VC+)

Salina Vuong
2024-10-07 06:12:25
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In our October edition of Markets this Month, we explore:

• Asset Class Performance and changes to the S&P 500
• Whether the S&P is overweight and/or overvalued
• The 2000s tech bubble compared to today’s Magnificent 7 stocks

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Preview: How Major Asset Classes Are Performing

Bitcoin and gold are outperforming in the markets, amidst boiling geopolitical tensions and the looming U.S. presidential election. How are the other assets classes performing?

Preview: Magnificent 7 vs 2000s Tech Bubble

The so-called ‘Magnificent 7’ stocks—comprised of Microsoft, Apple, Nvidia, Amazon, Alphabet, Meta, and Tesla—combined have an overweight representation in the S&P 500. How does this compare to the tech bubble seen in the 2000s?

Preview: Economic Calendar for October

While there won’t be an interest rate decision from the U.S. Federal Reserve this month, there will be one from the European Central Bank, as well as significant earnings releases from major players.

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