Bloomberg Market Wrap 3/18: Microsoft Jumps, Energy Stocks, Retail Investors

The video discusses the contrasting stock performances of Microsoft and Facebook, highlighting Microsoft's recent rally and potential influence on the S&P 500. It also examines the energy sector's rise, driven by oil prices and OPEC decisions, and notes its competition with the industrial sector. Additionally, the video explores increased retail investor activity, significant ETF inflows, and the impact of quadruple witching on market dynamics.

What recent trend has Microsoft shown in comparison to the S&P 500?

• Microsoft has been declining while the S&P 500 rises.

• Microsoft has been underperforming compared to the S&P 500.

• Microsoft and the S&P 500 have both been stagnant.

• Microsoft has been leading with a significant rally.

Which sector was identified as the best performing in the S&P 500 on the day discussed?

• Healthcare

• Financials

• Technology

• Energy

What factor contributed to the energy sector's rise in the S&P 500?

• A decrease in oil prices

• A rise in technology stocks

• A decline in industrial sector performance

• OPEC meeting outcomes

What significant change in retail investor behavior was noted?

• A move towards international markets

• Increased inflows into S&P 500 tracking ETFs

• A shift from stocks to bonds

• A decrease in ETF inflows

What event was mentioned as influencing recent market activity?

• Brexit negotiations

• Presidential election

• Federal Reserve meeting

• Quadruple witching