Bloomberg Market Wrap 4/26: Signs of Volatility Ahead, Chances of a Rate Cut

The video discusses the recent market close, highlighting the bullish finish of the S&P 500 and NASDAQ at record highs. It examines the performance of risk assets like oil and the Shanghai Composite, suggesting potential volatility ahead. The video also covers the GDP report showing 3.2% growth and its implications for interest rates, with traders anticipating a possible rate cut by the Fed due to low inflation data.

What was notable about the S&P 500 and NASDAQ at the close?

• They both closed at their all-time lows.

• They remained unchanged.

• They both declined significantly.

• They both reached record closing highs.

Which asset class showed a decent bid, indicating potential volatility?

• Technology stocks

• Haven assets like yen and bonds

• Cryptocurrencies

• Real estate

Which asset had its worst day of the year according to the analysis?

• Oil

• S&P 500

• Copper

• Shanghai Composite

What was the GDP growth reported in the latest data?

• 3.2%

• 2.5%

• 4.0%

• 1.8%

By January 2020, what is the probability of a rate cut according to traders?

• 80%

• 50%

• 60%

• 71%