‘Wall of worry' should dissipate, says Amplify ETF's Magoon

Market Outlook - The fourth quarter is historically volatile but can end positively, with a historical trend showing 80% of the time being positive since 1950 [3] - October is noted as the worst month for volatility, but the fourth quarter generally sees double the average annual return compared to other quarters [2] - There is a significant amount of cash on the sidelines, indicating potential for portfolio repositioning as year-end approaches [4][5] Investment Trends - Gold and silver are gaining interest, with silver seeing a 60% increase this year due to both store of value and industrial demand [7] - Junior silver miners have outperformed, with a gain of over 130%, indicating leveraged upside potential [8] - The ongoing limited supply of silver and increasing industrial demand are expected to drive prices higher over the next 12 months [9] Alternative Investments - There is growing interest in non-traditional assets like Bitcoin, which are viewed as potential stores of value amid geopolitical and inflation uncertainties [10][11] - The IVV moderate buffer ETF offers a strategy for investors seeking downside protection while maintaining exposure to the S&P 500 [12][13]