Is It Time To Panic About The Stock Market Crash?
Description
🔥 Weekly Market Recap: Crash or Rebound?
The stock market saw a significant downturn over the past month, with the Fear & Greed Index hitting 16—indicating extreme fear. However, Friday brought a strong rebound, leading to the key question:
👉 Is this the bottom, or are we in for more downside?
📉 Market Overview
* S&P 500 RSI: Rebounded from oversold (27) to neutral (35).
* MACD Indicator: Starting to trigger a buy signal—buyers could be stepping in.
* Geopolitical Risks: Trade wars & interest rate uncertainty continue to weigh on sentiment.
* Fear & Greed Index: Sitting at 21 (Extreme Fear)—markets may be overreacting.
📊 Portfolio Adjustments: What I Bought & Sold
📌 Increased Holdings
* ASML (ASML): Holding 6.77% of my portfolio—best in class chipmaker.
* Alphabet (GOOGL): Increased position to 5.82%—huge AI potential.
* Procter & Gamble (PG): Added more, now at 4.64%—defensive play.
* GE Vernova (GEV): AI-related energy infrastructure—up 3.58%.
📌 Sold/Reduced Positions
* Broadcom (AVGO): Took profits before expected pullback.
* UnitedHealth (UNH): Holding 2.87%, looking to trim soon.
* Caterpillar (CAT): Not a long-term hold—watching for next move.
* Nvidia (NVDA): Will reduce to 1%—waiting for better valuation.
📌 Added New Trades
* Kinder Morgan (KMI): Pipeline play—watching geopolitical shifts.
* Diamondback Energy (FANG): Temporary energy trade.
* Palantir (PLTR): High-growth AI stock—watching for major pullback.
âš Risk Assessment & Market Outlook
Key events next week:
* Monday: Retail Sales
* Tuesday: Building Permits & Housing Starts
* Wednesday: FOMC Rate Decision & Powell Speech 🚨
* Thursday: Existing Home Sales
🔹 Risk Level: 45% (Medium-High) – More volatility ahead, but a relief rally possible.
🎯 Key Timestamps & Topics Covered
00:00 - Market sell-off: Extreme fear hits investors00:34 - S&P 500 Analysis: Oversold or another leg down?01:46 - Fear & Greed Index: Panic levels signal buying opportunity?03:03 - Economic risks ahead: What could trigger more downside?05:54 - Why I increased my Alphabet (GOOGL) holdings07:26 - Defensive moves: Added Procter & Gamble (PG)09:01 - Key earnings next week: Will Powell crash the market?10:32 - New trades: Kinder Morgan (KMI) & Diamondback Energy (FANG)12:24 - My cash position strategy & why I’m raising it14:09 - Market sentiment: The Trump wildcard & political risks15:00 - Final thoughts: Should you buy or wait for more downside?
📢 Final Thoughts: Buy the Dip or Stay Cautious?
Markets are showing signs of a bounce, but risks remain elevated heading into next week. My strategy:✅ Stay cautious but look for selective buying opportunities✅ Hold cash & take profits where necessary✅ Watch the FOMC meeting closely for Powell’s next move
đź’¬ Are you buying the dip or waiting for lower prices? Drop a comment below!
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