The stock market is on a record-breaking bull run. But while the stock market soars to new heights, investors are beginning to wonder if we are in a stock market bubble...
Even though we aren't in a stock market bubble, there are some signs stocks are trading higher than their fundamentals.
Some Wall Street analysts are issuing a new stock market crash warning, and you'll have to read it to believe it...
Business Insider reported that a "growing chorus of strategists and investors across Wall Street" see the stock market heading for a "rude awakening."
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Traditional stock market predictors can be used to forecast future index movements.
These predictors are usually based on meaningful economic data.
But then there are weird (and dangerous) market indicators, like lipstick sales or the Super Bowl...
Have a look at some of the strangest ways to predict the market's movements...
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No one knows precisely when the next stock market crash will hit, and that's exactly why investors need to have a plan in place ahead of time...
And even though stocks are up, there are some stock market crash warning signs.
That's why we want to show you some of the best stocks to own during a stock market crash...
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Smart investors always have a plan to prepare for a stock market crash, even when a pullback doesn't seem likely.
In fact, one of the reasons stock market crashes can be so devastating is because they are impossible to predict with certainty.
Here's the Money Morning guide on how to how to survive a stock market crash...
The Nasdaq winning streak we broke on Thursday, July 20 - 10 straight "up" days - was the longest streak in more than two years. It was the 20th time the Nasdaq had pulled such a feat since 1980.
Over those 20 instances, after one month, the index was up 80% of time with an average gain of 2.6%.
What this is, is more potent fuel for the "market that just won't go down" theme.
Lots of forces have come together to provide us with the grinding bull market. And one characteristic of this market has been that pullbacks have been very small.
For all of 2017, now more than half over with, the biggest pullback we've had in the S&P 500 has been a miniscule 2.8%.
While there's still a lot of time left in this year, an intra-year drawdown this small is almost unprecedented.
In 1995, as that long-term bull market was hitting its stride, the drawdown was 2.5%.
Dating back to 1928, there has only been one other year with a sub-4% drop.
That was 1964 with a 3.5% drawdown.
And that brings us to another important streak...
Maybe Vanguard Funds' John Bogle knew he was about to ignite one of the hottest investing crazes of all time when, on Aug. 31, 1976, he launched the world's first index mutual funds.
Then again, maybe he didn't.
But what's clear is the decades-old "how to invest your own money" philosophy has never been more popular.
In fact, it's so hot it may be the reason stock markets are hitting serial new highs... and why volatility, as measured by the VIX, is at historic lows. Genius!
The thing is, it's also likely going to cause the next insane spike in volatility and serve as the impetus for the next market crash. Insanity!
Either way, no one - even active investors - can afford to keep ignoring what's happening...
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While no one can predict the exact timing of a stock market crash with certainty, we believe part of controlling your financial future means being ready for even the worst-case scenarios.
And while stocks are soaring to record highs, there are also signs they might be overvalued.
Today, we'll reveal the three best stocks to own to protect your portfolio during a market crash.
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A stock market crash could be devastating to investors with exposure to the stock market.
The potential for the stock market to lose more than half its value in little more than a year is why learning how to protect your money from a stock market crash is essential for every investor.
Cyber criminals could carry out a stock market hack at any moment.
Here's how they could do it - and what an attack could mean for investors...
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The Dow has rocketed to 153% growth over the last eight years, making this bull market the second longest in history.
But bull markets end, and with this one nearing record length it's time to consider whether it will end in a stock market crash.
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Will there be a stock market crash after the June FOMC meeting?
It isn't likely, as investors are confident the Fed plans to raise interest rates.
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The Federal Reserve is almost certain to raise interest rates next week during its June FOMC meeting, and it's possible that a stock market crash could follow.
According to the CME FedWatch Tool, there's a 98.1% probability of a rate hike at the FOMC meeting next week (Wednesday, June 14).
The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq just closed at record highs for the second day in a row yesterday (June 1).
But investors are concerned these soaring highs could end in a worst-case scenario: Stock Market Crash 2017.
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The Dow has soared over 200% since this bull market run began in 2009. The Trump rally has pushed stock prices even higher, rising over 14% since Election Day.
This sort of stock price growth is making investors wonder, "Are we in a stock market bubble?"
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A stock market crash could be on the way as the investigation into President Trump's campaign intensifies.
The S&P 500 has fallen 2% since the opening bell on Wednesday (April 17) after news broke Trump asked the FBI to end its investigation into his former National Security Advisor.
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