Investment & Market Strategy

iCapital Market Pulse: What Could Pause the Market Selloff and When?

With the implementation of tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China, the S&P 500 is down roughly 6% from recent highs, approaching oversold levels. With bearish sentiment at a multi-year high, we look at four factors that could provide a sustainable floor to equities. In the meantime, we favor alternatives and income-generating assets, and rotating from cyclical to defensive stocks. Investors can also look for opportunities in oversold markets, particularly U.S. software companies with AI exposure. The spike in volatility may also make structured investments more attractive.