The Stock Market Is Doing Something Incredibly Rare Right Now, and History Has Promising News for Investors

The stock market has defied the odds this year, largely shrugging off hurdles such as the Iran war, ongoing tariffs, and stubbornly high inflation. But many everyday Americans have a very different view of the overall economy. While major market indexes are closing in on new record highs, consumer sentiment is near an all-time low. This extreme disconnect can be a warning signal for volatility, but there's still good news for investors. Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same "Total Conviction" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. Continue »Image source: Getty Images.