Understanding stock market seasonality

Mobile Money by moomoo

About the episode:

In this episode, we uncover the patterns, trends, and nuances that may influence the stock market's behavior throughout the year.

We explore the concept of market seasonality and how various factors, from weather patterns to cultural events, can impact market trends. Our discussion delves into historical data, highlighting seasonal cycles and their effects on different sectors and industries.

From the "Sell in May and go away" to the "Santa Claus Rally," we analyze specific seasonal phenomena and their influence on investor behavior. Learn how these trends tend to influence and help shape market sentiment and trading strategies.

We explore examples that align with market seasonality while emphasizing the importance of a diversified investment approach. While seasonality often provides valuable insights, we also address exceptions and challenges in relying solely on seasonal patterns. Our discussion sheds light on mitigating risks associated with over-reliance on seasonal trends.

About our host:

This episode of Mobile Money by moomoo was hosted by Moomoo Technologies Inc.’s Vice President of Strategy and Growth, Justin Zacks. Justin Zacks began his career on the trading floor, trading equities and foreign exchange derivatives for companies including UBS and Prudential-Bache Securities. Before joining moomoo, Zacks was a reporter for Bloomberg’s equities division. Prior to this, he analyzed and provided commentary on M&A and event driven situations at both Reorg and Dealreporter. Zacks received a B.S. in Economics from the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School of Business.

Zacks helps to identify risks and new growth opportunities for the company’s online trading business while also assisting in optimizing its existing business lines. Zacks provides internal and external thought leadership about market dynamics and trading while also serving as the spokesperson for the company in the US. Zacks guides and facilitates the distribution of moomoo’s news products to its users.

He is an active member of the Moo community where he interacts daily with users in a special social section of the moomoo trading app.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed are those of the host and any guest speaker, and not necessarily those of Moomoo Technologies Inc. or its affiliates. The podcast is provided for informational and educational purposes and is not a recommendation or endorsement of any particular investment or investment strategy that may be mentioned or covered in the pod. Past market behavior and investment performance does not indicate or guarantee future success. All investments involve risk and the loss of principal is possible. Moomoo is not affiliated with any outside guests or their companies. Information provided in this podcast is general in nature and may not be appropriate for all investors. The moomoo app is an online trading platform offered by Moomoo Technologies Inc. Securities, brokerage products and related services available through the moomoo app are offered by Moomoo Financial Inc., a member FINRA/SIPC.

The information contained on this podcast is general in nature and has been prepared without any consideration to the listener’s investment objectives, financial situations or needs. Listeners should consider the appropriateness of the information having regard to their personal circumstances before making any investment decisions.