Last Week: The S&P 500 just stormed through August with record-breaking momentum and new all-time highs. However, a chilling historical pattern with a 100% win rate has re-emerged. Read on for all the details and how you can protect your portfolio.

Also, Wall Street’s most powerful companies are putting their money where their stock is… literally. But as these giants make big bets on themselves — $430 billion in buybacks — it raises a lot of questions, and the market’s response has been anything but predictable. Read on to see why.

Plus, Benzinga is hosting the biggest Fintech conference of the year. Click here for more details, and come join the biggest names in Fintech.

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• MARKET RECAP

• MARKET HEATMAP

• FIVE ZINGERS

• MARKET HISTORY

• ONE FOR THE ROAD

Protect Your Portfolio Using This Historical Pattern’s 100% Win Rate

The S&P 500 just wrapped up a scorching August and made five new all-time highs in the process. But what if this red-hot rally is actually a warning sign?

This Wall Street veteran points out a chilling pattern that has a 100% win rate. Every. Single. Time.

With September already known as Wall Street’s worst month, this historical “red flag” only amplifies it. From the crash of 1987 to 2021’s sharp dip, markets have followed this pattern with consistency. Will the trend continue?

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Last Week: U.S. indexes finished the week off on a sour note as all major indexes finished at the lows, as inflation readings put a bit of a damper on rate cut expectations. Despite the decline, all major indexes posted gains in August, with the Dow leading the way at 3%, the S&P 500 up 2%, and the Nasdaq right behind at 1.6%. Friday also marked the fourth consecutive month that the indexes have finished in positive territory. Treasury yields held steady as July’s PCE inflation data came in line with expectations. Headline PCE rose 2.6%, while core PCE ticked up to 2.9%, reflecting an acceleration from the prior month and the highest level since February. Attention now shifts to Wednesday’s jobs report, with economists expecting a slowdown in hiring and a slight increase in unemployment.

On Our Radar: Analysts will be watching construction spending and the ISM Manufacturing index this morning. On the earnings front, all eyes will be on Zscaler (ZS), which will report results after the market close today.

Shares of Alibaba (BABA) jumped nearly 15% after topping Wall Street expectations, while Dell (DELL) and Marvell (MRVL) plunged after leaving investors unimpressed with their weaker-than-expected outlooks and profitability. But those weren’t the only companies making big moves…

Discover how the market is moving with our interactive heatmap. Filter by market cap, or click on any box to explore specific sectors or assets in more detail.

Post-Labor Day Trading Could Trigger Major Market Moves — Here’s How To Trade It

When traders return after Labor Day, momentum can flip in seconds. Chris Capre is sharing the exact option spreads and short-term trades he’s targeting as September kicks off. He’s used this same system to identify fast-moving setups in volatile markets, and now, you can follow along in real time. Join Chris live on Wednesday at 6:00 p.m. ET and get his September game plan.

On This Day In 1789…

The United States Department of the Treasury was formally established, one of the most critical institutions in American economic history. This move came just months after the ratification of the U.S. Constitution, as the newly formed federal government began laying the legal and structural foundation for managing the nation's finances. The Treasury Department is now at the center of every major fiscal event that impacts markets (bond issuance, tax policy, debt, inflation, stimulus packages, etc.).

QUOTE OF THE DAY

“Investing is not nearly as difficult as it looks. Successful investing involves doing a few things right and avoiding serious mistakes.“ — John C. Bogle

Apple, Google, Nvidia And Big Banks Unleash $430 Billion Buyback Blitz — But Is Innovation Falling Behind?

Wall Street’s biggest players are putting their money where their stock is — literally.

In 2025, buybacks have become the headline act, with Apple, Alphabet, Nvidia and a parade of financial giants unleashing a staggering $430 billion in repurchases. 

Investors are cashing in, but the market’s mixed reactions are sparking deeper questions: Are these companies signaling strength, or stalling for time? Are shareholders getting real value, or just short-term sugar highs? Read on to find out.

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