Some of the articles above show the Jekyll and Hyde mentality. One speaks of corrections/history like they are talking to a 3 year old and the other "stocks could surge 30%." Although, I guess they must cover all the bases so they will be right either way.
I also enjoy the irony of listing examples of how this person or that person correctly called a specific event. Then quickly qualifies "not knowing" what the hell is going on or when it may occur. I clearly expect them to start saying " In exactly 4 months at 12:56 pm we should hit an ATH or bottom out....maybe, but very likely, it could happen." I sincerely enjoy the timelines they give about these sorts of things. Let me check my calendar and crystal ball and I'll let you guys know what to expect.
The market is trying to stave off another red day....it is trying to have a "The Little Engine that Could" moment into the last hour.
OldManRam......are you still here? How are you doing with property there is Washington state in today's environment? Are you being hit by the Washington state capital gains tax?
Yep Smokie......most on this thread are simply going to...carry on. But the fact that some or all of us are "feeling" the current event.....is a good sign. If we are getting some "feelings"....I am sure the average investor is starting to get some feelings of panic. We need to wring any lingering bit of euphoria out of the markets and than we will move on up.....not that it will be tomorrow.
HELLO......if inflation is expected to be down than fears of "stagflation" should not be increasing. This headline is a contradiction....or rather......"uneducated" sentiment is. February CPI report expected to show inflation moderated as 'stagflation' fears rise https://finance.yahoo.com/news/febr...ated-as-stagflation-fears-rise-184443587.html
They should be......natural gas is as clean now as any renewable power source and in many ways is even more environmentally friendly. Microsoft is open to using natural gas to power AI data centers to keep up with demand https://www.cnbc.com/2025/03/11/mic...-ai-data-centers-ameet-ballooning-demand.html AND....we have massive supplies of gas....at least enough to last 200 years. In the medium term 10-25 years....I am sure we will bee a HUGE number of mini-nuclear plants come online to power AI centers and individual cities. I mean....come on....we have nearly 90 nuclear powered ships operating in the USA Navy every day.......and we virtually never hear about any serious accident. It is ridiculous that we are not moving forward.......yesterday.....with mini-reactors for electricity generation. In the entire world there are probably about 200....nuclear powered ships.
These tariff tussles are starting to kind of look foolish in a way. This "I'll see your 25 and raise you 50" and then back off once again, then back on....then moved to a further date....only to be changed once again. Then let's sit down and talk about it. Seems silly to go about it this way. I'm not saying one should/should not attempt to renegotiate some of these things, but this constant tit for tat is kind of an odd way to carry on. Why not schedule a meeting and talk about it or make your case for why you want a change versus all of the drama.
I agree @Smokie! I was giving him the benefit of the doubt but the longer this drags out without resolve the less confident I am. Is it better to come in guns blazing and rip the bandaid off or do a slow pull over a 4 year term? All I know is the market hate uncertainty and we have a big dose of it right now! I am starting to get the feeling we are nearing some sort of bottom. Probabaly a nice sharp quick pullback and probably lay down in this basen until some of the deals start finalizing.
WELL....I ended in the GREEN today. A small gain for me....but a gain. I also managed to beat the SP500 by 0.95% today. MOVING ON.
Heys guys it’s been awhile for me on here. I been doing a bit of traveling but I always look on here and get my read in with you all. Just wanted to say the current market is experiencing volatility due to a mix of factors—rising interest rates, inflation concerns, global economic uncertainty, and shifts in investor sentiment. Markets naturally go through cycles of highs and lows, and while the short-term outlook may seem uncertain, history shows that markets tend to recover and grow over the long term. How to Stay Positive Despite Losses 1.Perspective Matters – Market downturns are normal, and every long-term investor experiences them. What matters most is how you respond. 2.You’re Investing for the Long Run – Short-term losses are only realized if you sell. If you hold quality investments, their value has the potential to recover and grow over time. 3.Historical Resilience – Major downturns like 2008 and 2020 felt devastating at the time, but those who stayed invested saw significant recoveries. 4.Opportunities in Declines – Market dips can be opportunities to buy great investments at lower prices, setting you up for future gains. 5.Stick to Your Strategy – Emotional decisions often lead to mistakes. If your portfolio is built with a long-term vision, staying disciplined is key. Why Being a Long-Term Investor is Crucial •Compounding Growth – Time in the market allows your investments to grow exponentially through compounding returns. •Less Impact from Short-Term Volatility – The longer you stay invested, the less significant short-term drops become in the grand scheme. •Predictable Recovery Trends – Historically, the market has always rebounded from downturns. Long-term investors benefit from this pattern. Stay the course as always my friends
That's the problem: some things can be handled through brute force and turn out as intended, and some absolutely cannot. The key is to know which are which. That's where an excellent grasp on history, culture, economics, and statesmanship come into play. Regardless of one's political leanings, I think it is beyond obvious that we are not seeing that.
I am only down about 5.69% YTD. A few tenths of a percentage worse than the S&P index. Hardly anything to worry about, my numbers are smaller but starting to become significant. I am thinking of it as a buying opportunity. If I had additional capital I would hope I would have the guts to buy now but am continuing with my monthly purchases. A few years ago I posted on this thread that by the time I was 30 I hoped to have at least in the six figure balance of stocks which should put me on the path to financial security in retirement. I am right on track for that, maybe a little higher depending on how the next month shakes out. I am including 401k/IRA/brokerage accounts in that total. At some point my gains will start exceeding my contributions and then the compounding can really take effect. It’s just a bump on the road, stay strong!
