The SPDN ETF offers a way to bet against the market, moving inversely to the S&P 500, but it's not for long-term holding. Market's muted response to rate cuts suggests they're already priced in; high S&P 500 P/E ratio supports this sentiment. Weak economic data, potential oil price spikes, and slowing consumer demand could negatively impact market valuations and company earnings.
Wall Street is on the verge of inking a conspicuous downcycle for the week, with the major indices flashing red in late-afternoon trading on Friday. The benchmark S&P 500 is down about 0.7% against Thursday's close, and is about to book a loss of more than 2% for the business week ending July 19.