Market Update: Wed, Nov 11, 2020 | LPL Financial Research

Posted by

Daily Insights

On this Veterans Day we say thank you to our men and women in uniform, past, present, and future.

US markets open higher for Veteran’s Day. US markets open in the green after mixed market results Tuesday in which the Dow continued its two-day climb and the Nasdaq finished lower.

  • Market rotation continues toward small cap and value names given COVID-19 vaccine progress.
  • Value equities have outperformed growth names for two consecutive days.
  • The Russell 2000 small cap index finished Tuesday up almost 2%, near an all-time high from over two years ago.
  • European markets are higher during midday trading.
  • Asian markets closed mostly higher with Japan’s Nikkei up over 1%.

Japan at 29-year highs. Global stock markets have soared since the US election last week, with many near all-time highs. One that has our attention is the Japanese Nikkei, which is at its highest point since 1991. Japan is the third largest economy (behind the United States and China) and is showing major signs of life.

Bonds shift away from post-election story. The 10-year Treasury yield fell sharply post-election as the market started to price in divided government and a potentially weaker stimulus bill. But positive vaccine news Monday reminded us the election isn’t the only story. The 10-year yield bounced sharply higher Monday, finishing at its highest level since March. Today’s LPL Research blog covers more on the bond market’s post-election reaction.

Thank you to all the Veterans! Today is Veterans Day and a Federal holiday. LPL Financial and the stock market will be open. Some banks may be closed.

Technical update. Tuesday saw more of Monday’s momentum reversal, albeit to a far lesser degree as the Nasdaq fell another 1.4%, while the small cap Russell 2000 gained 1.9%. The move put the Russell 2000 within less than half a percent of its all-time closing high, a mark it will try to hurdle today. The S&P 500 Index set an intraday record on Monday, but will attempt to make a record closing high by moving above 3580 today.

COVID-19 news. COVID-19 cases in the United States jumped more than 50% week over week on Tuesday, pushing the seven-day average to 119,000, a 39% week-over-week increase (source: COVID Tracking Project). California and several states across the Midwest tightened restrictions, focusing on bars, restaurants, gyms, religious institutions, and limiting social gatherings.

LPL Research on CNBC. LPL Financial Chief Market Strategist Ryan Detrick joined Brian Sullivan this morning on Worldwide Exchange to talk the election, stock market, and economy. Watch the full interview here.

 

IMPORTANT DISCLOSURES

This material is for general information only and is not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. There is no assurance that the views or strategies discussed are suitable for all investors or will yield positive outcomes. Investing involves risks including possible loss of principal. Any economic forecasts set forth may not develop as predicted and are subject to change.

References to markets, asset classes, and sectors are generally regarding the corresponding market index. Indexes are unmanaged statistical composites and cannot be invested into directly. Index performance is not indicative of the performance of any investment and do not reflect fees, expenses, or sales charges. All performance referenced is historical and is no guarantee of future results.

Any company names noted herein are for educational purposes only and not an indication of trading intent or a solicitation of their products or services. LPL Financial doesn’t provide research on individual equities.

All information is believed to be from reliable sources; however, LPL Financial makes no representation as to its completeness or accuracy.

All index and market data are from FactSet and MarketWatch.

This Research material was prepared by LPL Financial, LLC.

Securities and advisory services offered through LPL Financial (LPL), a registered investment advisor and broker-dealer (member FINRA/SIPC).

Insurance products are offered through LPL or its licensed affiliates.  To the extent you are receiving investment advice from a separately registered independent investment advisor that is not an LPL affiliate, please note LPL makes no representation with respect to such entity.

  • Not Insured by FDIC/NCUA or Any Other Government Agency
  • Not Bank/Credit Union Guaranteed
  • Not Bank/Credit Union Deposits or Obligations
  • May Lose Value

For Public Use – Tracking 1-05078091