1. The turbulence in the bond market likely activated the Trump Put and possibly the Fed Put; 2. The S&P500's Monday low is likely to hold until the labor market weakens; 3. The stock market is expected to remain volatile with upside risk until a clear indication of an imminent recession appears.

1. Market sentiment, technical indicators, and fundamental shifts suggest a significant downturn; 2. Global trade disruptions and US isolationist policies indicate a bearish outlook; 3. Despite bearish fundamentals, high VIX levels and backwardation in VIX futures term structure suggest potential for short-term rallies.

1. The article discusses the recent market volatility and the impact of Trump's tariff measures on the S&P 500 and Nasdaq. 2. It highlights the benefits of dividend investing during uncertain times, offering stability through steady income and lower volatility. 3. SA Quant selects five 'Strong Buy' dividend stocks with excellent factor grades and higher forward yields compared to the S&P 500.

1. The S&P 500 has declined to 19x forward earnings due to recession fears; 2. Recession fears are already priced in; 3. The author upgrades the index to a Buy at 5,1000 points.

1. The stock market remains volatile with significant declines across major indices and sectors; 2. Historical bear markets suggest potential for further declines before any recovery; 3. Defensive stocks are outperforming cyclicals, and there is a notable shift towards safer assets like bonds.

1. The author experienced their worst portfolio performance yet, dropping from a +7% return to -7%; 2. Despite the poor performance, the author remains confident and continues to look for buying opportunities; 3. The author focuses on acquiring quality stocks at discounted prices in volatile markets, aligning with long-term dividend growth goals.

1. Investing in Micron's cyclically volatile business can be challenging for individual investors; 2. Understanding Micron's historical earnings cyclicality is crucial to avoid overpaying for the stock; 3. The author shares their philosophy and purchasing strategy for Micron, which has been effective in the past; 4. Adjustments to the strategy have been made to increase flexibility for investors.

1. Bitcoin's recent divergence from stock market trends indicates a risk-off environment is not accurately reflected in its current price; 2. The current market downturn likely reflects changing fundamentals, not a buying opportunity; 3. Bitcoin's speculative nature and sensitivity to interest rates suggest a bearish medium-term outlook.

1. Apple's stock has dropped nearly 19% in 2025 due to concerns over rising tariffs on China; 2. Despite the stock's out-of-favor rating, the author believes the negative impact of tariffs is overblown; 3. The stock's valuation has become more compelling following the recent pullback.

1. Nvidia's recent stock sell-off presents a buying opportunity due to its competitive positioning, strong balance sheet, and reasonable valuation; 2. Despite concerns about AI revenue growth and tariffs, Nvidia's innovation in GPUs and dominance in generative AI support long-term growth prospects; 3. The company's latest quarter showed impressive 78% YoY revenue growth, with strong data center revenues and a solid net cash balance sheet.

1. SCHD is a solid instrument for prudent income-investors to diversify their current income streams. 2. The core investment case of SCHD is related to an acceptable initial yield and around double-digit dividend growth rate. 3. In the current market environment, SCHD has become an even more attractive dividend paying vehicle.

1. Intel has appointed a new CEO, Lip-Bu Tan, focusing on efficiency and cost reduction; 2. The company is back on the innovation track with the 18A chip and expected PC market recovery; 3. Potential for stock appreciation due to merger talks involving GlobalFoundries, TSMC, and other tech giants.

1. Meta shares have outperformed the S&P 500 since the Strong Buy recommendation on November 1, 2023, despite a recent pullback; 2. The pullback presents a compelling buying opportunity as Meta remains a highly attractive investment; 3. Meta has potential to benefit from AI threats to Google's search business; 4. International revenue growth remains a key opportunity for the company; 5. Meta shares currently trade at a reasonable valuation and the Strong Buy rating is reiterated.

1. AMD has experienced a significant stock price correction from over $200 per share to around $100 per share; 2. The author believes there is a significant opportunity in AMD; 3. The author expects AMD's growth momentum to continue and for investor sentiment to improve.

1. Market uncertainty due to inflation, geopolitical risks, and Fed actions has increased volatility; 2. The S&P 500's reliance on a few tech giants has skewed performance; 3. Diversifying into undervalued dividend stocks can improve risk/reward in the current environment; 4. Focus has shifted to dividend-focused ETFs and undervalued stocks with strong growth potential; 5. This strategy aims to balance stability and long-term returns.

1. Major indices were mixed following the Fed's revised economic projections; 2. The Fed held rates steady but revised inflation and GDP growth forecasts; 3. Alphabet's $32B Wiz deal and Meta AI's European expansion highlighted market activity.

1. Bulls have good reasons to love PFE, with attractive dividend yield and low P/E ratio being two of the frequently mentioned ones. 2. However, potential investors should consider the contradicting factors against the bullish sentiments. 3. The Graham P/E ratio suggests a valuation premium instead of a discount with PFE's bleak growth outlook. 4. PFE's elevated debt levels also suggest that simple accounting P/E ratios understate its current valuation risks.

1. Sibanye Stillwater Limited's ADRs have returned over 30% YTD, outperforming global and South African stocks. 2. Rising macro-level tensions and ongoing palladium headwinds are impacting the company's growth. 3. Despite supportive gold prices and smooth operations, mine impairments have affected Sibanye's profitability. 4. RBC upgraded Sibanye, setting a price target of $5.30, but the author's model suggests a best-case target of $3.75.

1. Multiple drivers of uncertainty, including inflation, tariffs, and recession fears, have created a challenging environment for investors. 2. Despite the S&P 500's Y/Y earnings growth, it is down 3.5% YTD. 3. History suggests that stocks with strong fundamentals often lead recoveries after market pullbacks. 4. SA Quant's top 2025 stocks have reported positive earnings surprises, indicating excellent fundamentals and market leadership potential.

1. The NEOS Nasdaq-100 High Income ETF has outperformed the Nasdaq 100 index during recent market corrections, validating its covered call strategy. 2. The fund has a current distribution rate of 14% and has maintained this over its lifespan. 3. The article discusses the strategy behind the fund and its implications for investors, as well as the tax implications and suitability recommendations.