LA-based Capital Group manages $3.3 trillion in assets, but the nearly century-old firm has managed to stay out of the spotlight. Not anymore. On Wednesday, Capital Group and investment firm KKR announced two new funds for retail investors, and Bloomberg reports that there are plans to expand the partnership further next year. The new funds blend private and public assets as investors increasingly move money into private markets. SUBSCRIBE:  Receive more of our free The Daily Upside newsletter. READ ALSO: ...

Market Structure Insights - Current market structure indicates a potential for increased volatility, as observed in early Q4, aligning with previous predictions made in April [3][4] - The market's behavior is often mathematical and predictable, with the "123 rule" suggesting that a narrow spread in SPY could signal upcoming volatility [5][6] Fund Behavior and Market Dynamics - The Growth Fund of America holds a significant amount of cash due to redemptions, while BlackRock has gathered $26 billion in assets, primarily directed towards large-cap stocks [7][8] - Market makers like Citadel, Susquehanna, and Jane Street play a crucial role in pricing large caps and ETFs, and narrow spreads can lead to volatility when economic conditions change [8] Volatility Trends - Recent data indicates that the market has experienced one of the longest periods of stable sentiment since 2018, with a notable event on October 10 marking significant volatility [10][11] - The upcoming options expirations are critical, as they may reset market conditions and influence volatility, with a notional value of $1.2 trillion in zero days to expiration options [12][13]