... market. During the dot-com crash from 2000 to 2002, the technology-focused Nasdaq Composite plummeted by 78% from its peak – investors were wholly disenchanted with the prospects of even the largest companies. Similarly, at the height of the global financial crisis in 2008-2009, the broad market had to endure a decline of nearly 60% (the S&P 500 fell by 57% from its peak) before confidence began to return. Certainly, the current -18% from the peaks is far less dramatic; however, the behavior of institutional investors is similar: hedge funds are sharply reducing risks, lowering leverage and "waiting for better days." Even the “Magnificent 7,” once growth locomotives, are now met with caution – their high concentration ...

... keeping capital in reserve to enter the market at a more favorable moment. For both private and institutional investors, this behavior serves as guidance: it is wiser to wait for a pullback to justified prices rather than chase the market at its peak. ... ... market, avoiding the bubble and subsequently seizing the opportunity to buy undervalued assets after its burst. Prior to the 2008 financial crisis, Buffett also maintained substantial reserves and minimized risks, allowing Berkshire to invest in several companies ...

... companies have begun to include Ethereum in their reserves or investment products, viewing it as a foundational asset for the new financial sector (DeFi, Web3). Secondly, the possibility of approving a spot ETF for Ethereum in the U.S. is actively being discussed—regulators ... ... preferential regimes for long-term cryptocurrency holders, while others are tightening tax controls—such steps also impact investor behavior. Finally, the broader issue of stablecoin regulation and central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) is also relevant: if ...

... sectors are faring, while AMD and Amgen's results after hours will provide guidance on technology and biotech sectors. The diverse financial metrics slated for Tuesday will help assess whether a balance persists between robust consumer demand and pressures ... ... amid demand for diabetes and obesity drugs, American fast-food leader McDonald’s will report on sales amid changing consumer behavior, Canadian e-commerce platform Shopify will show online retail dynamics, Japanese conglomerate Sony will reflect the state ...

... slowdown of the global economy and the gradual increase of oil supply to the market. Investor focus is on OPEC+ policies and the behavior of major importers, which are crucial for market balancing. Expert Comment: “Due to the slowdown in the global economy,... ... revenues are growing at a faster pace, partially compensating for the lost oil dollars. Russian authorities assure that the financial system is stable: reserve funds are being utilized to cover deficits, and the ruble remains manageable (around 80 rubles ...