Performance of S&P 500 Megacap Growth Stocks vs. Rest of S&P 500 Mega-cap growth and tech stocks are pushing higher from the bottom of their longer-term trend channel against the S&P 500, with momentum still firmly in place. It is tough to fade tech when it is trading like this. Image: Deutsche Bank Asset Allocation
Median Short Interest Across Russell 3000 Stocks Median short interest across Russell 3000 stocks has jumped to multi‑year highs as bearish sentiment builds, raising the odds of a short squeeze. Too much shorting often ends in panic buying. Image: Deutsche Bank Asset Allocation
S&P 500 – Performance of Largest 10 Stocks vs. Next 40 Stocks The S&P 500’s top 10 giants are lagging the next 40 stocks this year, contributing to the cap-weighted index’s weak gains amid high concentration. Concentration helps on the way up, but it hurts when leaders stumble. Image: J.P. Morgan Equity Strategy and Quantitative…
Stocks – Dow Jones with Major Geopolitical Events Major geopolitical events often rattle markets, but history shows U.S. stocks usually bounce back and push higher as investors look beyond the turmoil, showing that patience remains the winning trade. Image: Carson Investment Research
Software Stocks (IGV) and Forward P/E The recent weakness in software stocks reflects a valuation de-rating rather than deteriorating fundamentals. Retail investors have been adding exposure on dips, even as institutional money stays cautious. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research
Drawdowns from 52-Week Highs for Selected U.S. and Related Stocks Investors aren’t buying every U.S. tech name anymore. The market is picking clear winners and leaving the rest behind, particularly in AI-related stocks. Image: Deutsche Bank
Global Stocks – MSCI AC World Local Index Citigroup strategists are betting on a 10% rise in global equities this year, backed by a gentle economic slowdown, stronger earnings forecasts, and fresh AI tailwinds. Image: Bloomberg
Magnificent Seven Stocks – Projected Gain or Decline Over the Next 12 Months Analysts expect the Magnificent 7 to remain the main engine of S&P 500 earnings growth in 2026, with forecasts calling for solid profits and constructive returns across much of the group. Image: Bloomberg
Share of S&P 500 Annual Return Contributed by the 10 Largest Stocks In 2025, just 10 stocks generated more than half of the S&P 500’s gains, a reminder that the market’s engine is running on a few powerful cylinders. Image: Goldman Sachs Global Investment Research
Performance – S&P 500 vs. Chinese Stocks (iShares China Large-Cap ETF) Since early 2024, Chinese stocks have shown significant outperformance relative to US stocks, amid policy support, tech advancements, and attractive valuations. Image: Gavekal, Macrobond
Valuations – S&P 500 12-Month Fwd P/E Multiple – Top 5 Largest Stocks vs. Other 495 Stocks Valuations aren’t as stretched as in past bubbles. The U.S. market looks more balanced, with the top five stocks trading at a moderate premium, while the rest of the market trades at valuations near their highest since 2000.…