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 has been the performance trend of Microsoft compared to the S&P 500 over the last year?

How has the energy sector performed recently, and what factors contributed to its rise?

What was the impact of the OPEC Plus meeting on the energy sector's performance?

Discuss the implications of retail investors' activity on the market rally.

What significant inflows were observed in the main ETF tracking the S&P 500, and what was the total amount?