Year: 2025

Is It Time for a Pullback in Gold?

Gold has been on a remarkable run, capturing attention as investors flock to this often-under-allocated asset amid the U.S.’s evolving political and fiscal landscape. But for those new to the gold rush, the burning question is: Is it too late to jump in? Historically, the answer depends on your investment horizon. Since 1980, gold has […]
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Face Ripper Rally

Today, the S&P 500 surged 9.5%—marking the third-highest daily return since 1950. Moves like this aren’t typically seen in calm bull markets. Historically, the largest up days often occur during bear markets, closely following major selloffs. It’s the market’s way of violently recalibrating after intense structural repricing. At Bruce Wood Capital, we’ve been noting signs […]
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Congratulations Bulls!

Congrats, bulls! After dipping below its 200-day moving average on March 10th, the S&P 500 reclaimed it yesterday—just 14 days later. Historically, that’s a fast recovery. Since 1970, outside of recessions, the S&P 500 has typically spent 23 days below the 200-day after crossing it, making this snapback notably swift. Even more impressive? The gains. […]
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Recession or Just a Market Correction? The Answer Matters.

Do you believe there has been—or soon will be—a significant, broad-based decline in economic activity lasting more than a few months? If so, you think we’re either in a recession or heading toward one. That’s not just opinion—that’s the official definition used by the National Bureau of Economic Research, the organization that formally declares recessions […]
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Seasonality & the Stock Market: A Turning Point Ahead?

Market performance often follows seasonal patterns—known as seasonality—which, while not a stand-alone strategy, can offer valuable context for investors. Historically, stocks rally after the new year, peak by mid-February, and weaken until mid-March. Then? A sustained move higher. This year, the S&P 500 peaked on February 19 and has been declining since. If history repeats, […]
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