S&P 500's Q2 close: A test of 5300 or a run for 5500?
Been watching the S&P 500 movement lately, and it feels like we're at a bit of a crossroads heading into the end of Q2. On one hand, the underlying macro seems to be holding up, supporting the idea of a continued grind higher. Earnings season mostly wasn't disastrous, and while rates are a constant concern, the market's been remarkably resilient. Tech, especially the usual suspects like $NVDA (sitting at 199.58, still looks strong), continues to lead the charge, papering over some weaknesses elsewhere.
My take is that we're more likely than not to see a retest of the 5300 level before any serious push towards 5500 by month-end. I'd put the odds of seeing 5300 again at around 65-70%. We've seen some distribution in certain names and a bit of sector rotation that suggests a healthy, if shallow, pullback could be on the cards. A lot of the recent gains have been concentrated, and broadening out usually involves a bit of a breather for the leaders. If we do see 5300 hold, then a move towards 5500 in early Q3 becomes much more probable. A break below 5250 would significantly shift my outlook, suggesting a deeper correction is underway. Just my two cents, not financial advice.
It's tough to call, but I'm leaning more towards a grind higher. The resilience you mentioned really stands out, and it feels like there's still enough positive sentiment, especially in tech, to push us past 5300. Do you think the upcoming Fed meeting could be the wildcard that changes that sentiment?