This Signal Just Flashed for the First Time in 8 Years; History Says It Could Indicate a Sharp Correction Ahead

While long-term market returns are based on fundamentals, short-term returns can be heavily driven by sentiment and momentum. If investors are feeling good, they can help drive up equity valuations and ignite a lengthy stock market rally. The artificial intelligence (AI) boom has helped deliver three straight years of double-digit returns for U.S. stocks. That's not only boosted market sentiment significantly, it's also pushed it to levels rarely seen in history. Where to invest $1,000 right now? Our ana ...