Stocks Consolidate Near Record Highs: Are We Ready for the Next Bull Run?

The S&P 500 Index closed slightly lower on Tuesday, still near the record high of 6,284.65. Investor sentiment has improved, with 45% bullish and 33.1% bearish. The Nasdaq 100 also saw a slight increase after hitting an all-time high. The VIX hit a low but did not make a new one last week. S&P 500 futures are consolidating below 6,300, with resistance at 6,300-6,320 and support at 6,250. Markets are sensitive to geopolitical developments and could remain volatile. Wednesday’s session is expected to open slightly positive, with potential for profit-taking in the near term.

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