Investors' Short Interest Tumbles as Stocks Near Record Highs

Investors' Short Interest Tumbles as Stocks Near Record Highs

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The video discusses the U.S. equity market nearing record highs, with investors showing optimism. It analyzes the low short interest in the S&P 500 ETF, suggesting potential market complacency. The discussion includes the performance of major indices like the S&P 500, NASDAQ, and Russell 2000, highlighting their proximity to record levels.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current sentiment of investors towards the U.S. equity market?

Pessimistic

Neutral

Uncertain

Optimistic

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does a low short interest on the S&P 500 ETF indicate?

Increased selling pressure

Market downturn

Investor confidence

High market volatility

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the Relative Strength Index (RSI) suggest about the S&P 500's current state?

It is midrange

It is oversold

It is at a record high

It is overbought

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How close is the NASDAQ 100 to reaching a new record?

4.75%

2.2%

1%

5%

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which index needs to gain the most to reach a new record?

Russell 2000

Broader NASDAQ

NASDAQ 100

S&P 500