Stocks Enter Historically Strong Period, But This Year Carries Risks
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The final two months of the year typically signal a bullish phase for equities. Data from Yardeni Research reveals that the S&P 500 historically posts an average gain of 1 percent in November, followed by a nearly 1.3 percent increase in December. Furthermore, the broader six-month span from November through April generally yields a net advance exceeding 5 percent. However, macroeconomic hurdles threaten to disrupt this seasonal trend. Although the Federal Reserve decided to keep the Fed Funds Rate target range unchanged at 3.75 percent to 4 percent on Wednesday, market pricing via the CME FedWatch tool indicates an 85 percent probability of a quarter-point rate hike in early December. The central bank's dot plot projects the rate to finish 2026 between 4 percent and 4.25 percent, remaining there through 2027. Combined with an elevated S&P 500 price-to-earnings ratio of 23 and heavy reliance on the artificial intelligence sector, equities remain exposed to minor headwinds.
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The S&P 500 has historically entered a bull market period in November and December, averaging gains of 1% and 1.3% respectively, and achieving a cumulative return of over 5% in the following 6 months. However, an 85% probability of a December rate hike by the Fed and expectations of high interest rates persisting through 2026-2027 are weighing on the market. With the S&P 500 P/E ratio currently at 23x and a high dependency on the AI industry, a cautious approach is required as the market remains vulnerable to minor negative news.
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- Growth Stocks — An 85% probability of a December rate hike, expectations of prolonged high interest rates, and a high valuation burden of a 23x P/E ratio combine to increase downward pressure on stock prices.
- Real Estate — Borrowing costs increase and funding conditions deteriorate due to the Fed's rate hike stance and long-term high interest rate outlook, dealing a blow to profitability.
- Stock Market — Amid excessive dependence on the AI industry and vulnerable earnings growth prospects, the double whammy of inflation and rate hikes undermines corporate profit growth.
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Market volatility is expanding as historical seasonality clashes with the possibility of additional Fed rate hikes. According to CME FedWatch, an 85% probability is priced in for a 0.25%p rate hike in December, which increases corporate financing costs and adds to valuation pressures. In particular, the high valuation of a 23x P/E ratio and vulnerable AI growth momentum are factors increasing downward pressure.
In the bullish scenario, strong year-end shopping season momentum and historical seasonality could override earnings concerns and drive the index higher, while in the bearish scenario, the realization of rate hikes and inflation pressures could overlap, triggering a sharp decline centered on growth stocks. Investors should pay attention to CME interest rate futures indicators and Fed officials' remarks.
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