Market Close: Trump's Hand, Cramer's Mouth, and a Mall King's Exit
Decent day. Trump's antics and some dead-cat bounces kept things interesting.
Trump Delays Iran Strikes: Risk-On, For Now
Trump delayed strikes on Iran. Predictable. The market ate it up. Yields are down, homebuilders are up. We're seeing a short-term risk-on sentiment.
- Trade: Lighten up on defensive positions. Consider a small long position in $XHB (homebuilders ETF). Tight stops. This could reverse quickly.
Cramer Calls $NVDA Cheap? Seriously?
Cramer thinks $NVDA is cheaper than paint. Classic Cramer. This is your cue to be cautious. The stock's been beaten down, sure, but don't get sucked into the hype.
- Trade: Fade the rally. Look for opportunities to short $NVDA if it pushes higher on this news. Cramer's track record speaks for itself.
Mall King Dead: Retail's Slow Demise Continues
David Simon's death marks the end of an era. Malls are dying. This isn't news, but it reinforces the long-term trend.
- Trade: Continue to avoid REITs heavily invested in traditional malls. Look for opportunities in alternative retail spaces and e-commerce infrastructure. Short $SPG on any strength.
The Bottom Line
Don't get complacent; this market's still a minefield.
Marques Blank
CIO, Blank Capital Research
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