Market Decoder

 The Nasdaq 100 index has certainly turned heads with its strong performance in recent years, often outpacing the S&P 500 . This raises a key question for investors: Which index is the better bet, especially considering potential political shifts like a second Trump term? Let's dive into the historical data and underlying factors to help you decide.    

Macro Environment Recent index pullbacks primarily result from heightened investor uncertainty surrounding the Trump administration’s ambiguous economic policies, including renewed tariff measures targeting manufacturing and technology imports. Notably, indices such as the S&P 500 and NASDAQ experienced significant volatility, particularly affecting tech, manufacturing, and export-dependent sectors.