Market Briefings

Large-cap technology stocks had their worst week in months while small-cap and value sectors continued to outperform, signaling a meaningful market rotation. Despite volatility, major indexes remain near record highs, suggesting repricing rather than broad market deterioration.

U.S. markets pushed to new all-time highs before a sharp late-week risk-off rotation hit tech, precious metals, and crypto. Gold and silver saw historic reversals, volatility picked up, and key technical levels now come into focus.

Stocks slipped modestly for a second straight week, but remain just below record highs amid rising geopolitical tensions and renewed volatility risk. Precious metals surged to historic levels as traders prepare for a critical week of Fed policy and mega-cap tech earnings.

Market rotation has accelerated in early 2026, with small caps, cyclicals, and international equities taking leadership from mega-cap tech. This briefing breaks down where money is flowing, key technical divergences, and the levels that matter next.

Markets kicked off the year with fresh all-time highs, led by a powerful breakout in small caps and expanding market breadth. Technical signals suggest a healthier bull market — but also point to a more selective, stock-picker environment ahead.