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The stock market usually rises during the December quarter   The stock market often experiences positive performance during the fourth quarter, which includes December, in a phenomenon known as the "Santa Claus rally." But it's important to note that this is not a guaranteed occurrence every year. Here are some key points about stock market performance in the December quarter: Historical Trends Historically, the fourth quarter has been the strongest for stock market returns. Since 1950, the S&P 500 has averaged a gain of about 4% during this period. Factors Contributing to Q4 Strength Several factors can contribute to positive stock market performance in the fourth quarter: Holiday Spending : Increased consumer spending during the holiday season can boost retail and consumer discretionary stocks. Window Dressing : Fund managers may buy top-performing stocks to improve their year-end portfolio reports. Tax-Loss Harvesting : In

Technical Analysis of Stocks Has No Value   The effectiveness of technical analysis in stock trading is a subject of considerable debate. While some investors swear by it, others argue that it is of limited or no use. Here’s a rundown of why some critics believe technical analysis is less effective or "useless": 1. Lack of Fundamental Basis: No Consideration of Company Fundamentals: Technical analysis focuses on historical price and volume data rather than the underlying financial health or business prospects of a company. Critics argue that this means it doesn’t account for fundamental factors that drive a company’s long-term performance. 2. Predictive Challenges: Historical Data Limitations: Technical analysis is based on the premise that historical price patterns can predict future movements. Critics point out that past performance is not always indicative of future results, and patterns may not reliably predict future market