Mixed feelings on stock market gain

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:I see it as a sliver of hope in an otherwise horrible time. The dark days will end.

People who let unintelligent political derangement affect their investments are doomed to lose money. It may be dark days to you, but that is strictly subjective.

The market is so buoyant because of multiple factors, all weighted by serious people (aka not hysterical knee jerk political reactions against someone you don't like). Corporate earnings are outstanding, the economy is pretty strong, there is an AI boom, and while the Orange Man as sorely tested many things, in each case it showed how resilient and strong and dynamic the American economy is. Even the Iran war shows how strong the American energy independence is relative to the rest of the world and the gap in dependency suffered by even China, which relies on Iranian oil. Same with Europe. In short, it showed that when stuff happens globally, the Americans are the least affected. And even in the new AI revolution, Americans are bounds and leaps ahead of everyone else, we have 4,000 data centers in the US compared to 800 in China, for example.

The market is always forward looking. The investors have evaluated everything and voted with confidence in America's future. It may be strange given Trump's bull in china shop strategy, but we're seeing the china is pretty strong and not breaking. And that is where market confidence is coming from.

While markets always go up and down and there will be down years here and there, the fundamentals are telling me we're going to see another 25 years of major growth. And that is why people are still pouring money into the market. What could change it would be future governments hamstringing American economic dynamism, such as European style regulations and policies. But I don't see that happening unless the Democrats go full Mamdani democratic socialists, and I don't see that happening either.

This entire diatribe is complete and utter drivel. I’m glad ChatGPT makes you feel smart, but have you ever had an original thought? Just curious.

[Anonymous]

market up 7.4% from march 1 😬

yolo, HODL?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I see it as a sliver of hope in an otherwise horrible time. The dark days will end.

People who let unintelligent political derangement affect their investments are doomed to lose money. It may be dark days to you, but that is strictly subjective.

The market is so buoyant because of multiple factors, all weighted by serious people (aka not hysterical knee jerk political reactions against someone you don't like). Corporate earnings are outstanding, the economy is pretty strong, there is an AI boom, and while the Orange Man as sorely tested many things, in each case it showed how resilient and strong and dynamic the American economy is. Even the Iran war shows how strong the American energy independence is relative to the rest of the world and the gap in dependency suffered by even China, which relies on Iranian oil. Same with Europe. In short, it showed that when stuff happens globally, the Americans are the least affected. And even in the new AI revolution, Americans are bounds and leaps ahead of everyone else, we have 4,000 data centers in the US compared to 800 in China, for example.

The market is always forward looking. The investors have evaluated everything and voted with confidence in America's future. It may be strange given Trump's bull in china shop strategy, but we're seeing the china is pretty strong and not breaking. And that is where market confidence is coming from.

While markets always go up and down and there will be down years here and there, the fundamentals are telling me we're going to see another 25 years of major growth. And that is why people are still pouring money into the market. What could change it would be future governments hamstringing American economic dynamism, such as European style regulations and policies. But I don't see that happening unless the Democrats go full Mamdani democratic socialists, and I don't see that happening either.

This entire diatribe is complete and utter drivel. I’m glad ChatGPT makes you feel smart, but have you ever had an original thought? Just curious.

Not my post, but it’s actually pretty spot on and the market timing doubters who went to cash during early 2025 and early 2026 have been absolutely rocked and done irreparable damage to their investment portfolios. And those people went to cash because of political emotions - not rational thought.

Really anyone want that goes to all cash will likely suffer a similar fate.

I don’t actually mind Mamdani. I think he’s a good person and trying to do the right thing, though I am more center left leaning.

[Anonymous]

The Money and Finance forum is the only meritocracy on all of DCUM where reality can’t be skewed by the ravings of the left wing nut jobs! I know this is painful for some of you!

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I mean, it's great and all, but I actually set some cash aside hoping/thinking that the market would help topple the idiot. If you know what I mean. I can't help but think that what's going on right now is only furthering the wealth gap.

it is furthering the wealth gap, but most people don't own stocks and are not reaping the rewards of corporate largesse.

Yeah, it's messy. I'm a bit older than my younger sister, who's a medical resident. She's struggling with just rent, gas, and basics for her and her dog right now. She can't afford to be in the stock market.

please. Sure she’s struggling but she’s going to benefit handsomely from people bankrupting themselves to stay alive.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I mean, it's great and all, but I actually set some cash aside hoping/thinking that the market would help topple the idiot. If you know what I mean. I can't help but think that what's going on right now is only furthering the wealth gap.

it is furthering the wealth gap, but most people don't own stocks and are not reaping the rewards of corporate largesse.

Yeah, it's messy. I'm a bit older than my younger sister, who's a medical resident. She's struggling with just rent, gas, and basics for her and her dog right now. She can't afford to be in the stock market.

please. Sure she’s struggling but she’s going to benefit handsomely from people bankrupting themselves to stay alive.

20% of Americans are on Medicaid
15% are on Medicare
1% are on Tricare

We are paying for 36% of the population not to "bankrupt" themselves.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:it would be amazing if the market never crashes during the Trump admin. I'm amazed that the market is this high

What is wrong with people??

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:it would be amazing if the market never crashes during the Trump admin. I'm amazed that the market is this high

What is wrong with people??

Sounds like the wealthy are willing to believe in Trump, and everyone should take note. They are usually the most stingy and risk averse people out there, and if they are willing to invest and move forward confidently, they probably know more than the average person. Maybe we should pay attention to that and have some trust in Trump too.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:it would be amazing if the market never crashes during the Trump admin. I'm amazed that the market is this high

What is wrong with people??

Sounds like the wealthy are willing to believe in Trump, and everyone should take note. They are usually the most stingy and risk averse people out there, and if they are willing to invest and move forward confidently, they probably know more than the average person. Maybe we should pay attention to that and have some trust in Trump too.

Trust in Trump. give me a break you moron.

[Anonymous]

As someone who doesnt hate or have any ill feelings about anybody in the political opposition, it feels pretty good. I am able to live a happy and healthy life with no need for anxiety meds. I just make decisions for my family based on whatever cards I am dealt and I dont worry about things I cant change, like all the political drama in Washington. Cast your vote, make your campaign donation if you like, and move on with your lives. All this TDS stuff is toxic and unhealthy. Wishing for stock crash, omg.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I mean, it's great and all, but I actually set some cash aside hoping/thinking that the market would help topple the idiot. If you know what I mean. I can't help but think that what's going on right now is only furthering the wealth gap.

The only idiot is people like you with so much unbridled hate that you can't just live your life without him living rent free in your brain.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:You’re worried if the stock market drops. You’re worried if the stock market does well.

If you want to participate in the stock market, figure out a way. It’s literally not rocket science.

You worriers are exhausting.

OP here. No, I'm not worried that it will drop. I almost wish it would, in fact.

You belong in an asylum OP.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I mean, it's great and all, but I actually set some cash aside hoping/thinking that the market would help topple the idiot. If you know what I mean. I can't help but think that what's going on right now is only furthering the wealth gap.

it is furthering the wealth gap, but most people don't own stocks and are not reaping the rewards of corporate largesse.

Yeah, it's messy. I'm a bit older than my younger sister, who's a medical resident. She's struggling with just rent, gas, and basics for her and her dog right now. She can't afford to be in the stock market.

please. Sure she’s struggling but she’s going to benefit handsomely from people bankrupting themselves to stay alive.

20% of Americans are on Medicaid
15% are on Medicare
1% are on Tricare

We are paying for 36% of the population not to "bankrupt" themselves.

According to my social security statement, over the years my employer and myself paid a combined $280,552 in Medicare taxes, and now that I am starting Medicare I will pay over $500 a month in premiums.

You're not paying for my Medicare. I am,

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:You posted this before!!!

A long time ago

Things haven’t changed much. Pick a different topic, something more interesting. Your thread is pointless.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:As someone who doesnt hate or have any ill feelings about anybody in the political opposition, it feels pretty good. I am able to live a happy and healthy life with no need for anxiety meds. I just make decisions for my family based on whatever cards I am dealt and I dont worry about things I cant change, like all the political drama in Washington. Cast your vote, make your campaign donation if you like, and move on with your lives. All this TDS stuff is toxic and unhealthy. Wishing for stock crash, omg.

Smart people care about the world around them.