Joel Elconin - Navigating a “Goldilocks” Market as Geopolitical Risks and Commodity Prices Rise

Markets continue to defy expectations, and even war headlines, as the S&P 500 flirts with all-time highs and commodity prices climb. In this interview, Joel Elconin, Co-Host of the PreMarket Prep Show and Co-Founder of the Stock Trader Network, returns to share his insights into what’s driving this resilient "Goldilocks" market.   Key topics discussed include: Why Joel calls this a “crazy” market: S&P rallies despite US missile strikes, geopolitical tensions, and mixed economic data. The Fed’s indecision and macro ‘nothing-burger’: Markets appear unbothered by mild inflation, slightly higher unemployment, and a divided Fed. Commodity breakout: Copper above $5, surging platinum, silver, and industrial metals hint at underlying growth and demand strength. US Dollar weakness: Down over 10% YTD, fueling both equity and commodity rallies while helping exports. Upcoming catalysts - or threats?: China, Iran, and Middle East escalation loom as the main wildcard risks. Joel’s technical take: What the S&P cash index is telling him heading into quarter-end and what levels matter most now.   Click here to visit Joel’s PreMarket Prep website. Click here to visit the Stock Trader Network.