Thursday, 2 January 2020

The 2020s begin positive

US equity indexes closed broadly higher, sp +27pts (0.8%) at 3257. Nasdaq comp' +1.3%. Dow +1.2%. The Transports settled +0.8%.

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Summary

US equities started the new year/decade on a positive note, with the SPX breaking a new historic high of 3250. There were a few swings, but priced leaned positive into the close.

Volatility remained subdued, with the VIX settling -9.5% at 12.47.


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Yours.. awaiting the first sunshine of 2020
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