sp'daily5
VIX'daily3
Summary
US equities opened on a somewhat positive note, which was rather impressive after overnight borderline significant declines. The gains didn't hold long though, as every minor rally was still being sold into. Just like yesterday, there was distinct late afternoon weakness, with another ugly closing hour. The sp'500 came within a fraction of a point of tagging the key 200dma.
Volatility was higher, but only moderately, settling in the 24s. Relative to the equity weakness, the VIX is NOT indicative of any underlying capital market panic/upset. The situation IS different to late Jan/early Feb'.
Asian weakness: Japan, monthly
With five trading days left of the month, the Nikkei is -6.5% at 20617. The Friday close <21k is very bearish. If March does settle <21k, it'd merit provisional alarm bells.
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