Beyond the Bell 09/13/2021

The video covers the US market's closing, highlighting fluctuations in the S&P 500 and other indices. It discusses market trends, including dip buying and seasonality, and analyzes sector performances, particularly energy and pharmaceuticals. The video also examines top gainers and decliners, commodities, and bond market movements. Additionally, it addresses inflation expectations and economic indicators, providing insights into the market's future outlook.

What was the main characteristic of the trading day discussed in the introduction?

• A steady upward trend

• A day with no trading activity

• A topsy-turvy day with fluctuations

• A significant market crash

What is the significance of September seasonality in the market?

• It results in increased trading volumes

• It has no impact on the market

• It causes people to go on vacation

• It leads to a market crash

Which index was the top performer on the day discussed?

• S&P 500

• NASDAQ Composite

• Dow Jones Industrial Average

• Russell 2000

What was the impact of the fake news regarding Walmart?

• It had no impact on the market

• It led to a temporary dip in Walmart's stock

• It boosted Walmart's stock significantly

• It caused a surge in cryptocurrency investments

Which sector was identified as the key outperformer?

• Pharmaceuticals

• Consumer Durables

• Energy

• Retail

What external factor was influencing energy stocks?

• A new government policy

• A technological breakthrough

• A tropical storm

• A major acquisition

Why did Nike shares finish lower on the day?

• Owing to a decrease in consumer demand

• Due to a new competitor entering the market

• Because of supply chain concerns

• As a result of a failed merger

What was the reason for the decline in Moderna shares?

• A decrease in vaccine demand

• A negative report in The Lancet

• A new competitor's vaccine

• A failed clinical trial

What macroeconomic factor was highlighted as impacting tech companies?

• Decreasing inflation

• Rising interest rates

• Increasing unemployment

• Stable currency exchange rates

What did the New York Fed's metrics indicate about inflation expectations?

• They remained unchanged

• They hit an all-time high

• They decreased slightly

• They were at an all-time low