[CRITICAL May Report] Here's How to Play the Historically Volatile Month

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But now, we're staring down the barrel of May, and historically, this month has been about as predictable as a coin flip. Now, I don't want to scare you, but let's peel back the layers of May. According to some research by the team, who've been analyzing S&P 500 index data from FactSet, stocks have risen in May about 56 out of the 95 years. That's a 60% success rate. Not too shabby, right? But, let's not get too comfy. When May decides to play nice, the market responds with a decent average jump of 3.2%. But when May gets moody, the losses can be a bitter pill to swallow, averaging at a rather unpleasant 4.7%. A bit like biting into an apple only to find it's a lemon, wouldn't you say? Now, let's throw another variable into the mix. If the markets had a rough ride the previous year but found their mojo again in the first quarter of the following year, May tends to throw a bit of a curveball. In these cases, stocks still rise around 57% of the time, but the average gain when they do is a slightly subdued 2.7%. And if the markets decide to head south? Brace yourselves for a wince-inducing average loss of 6.25%. But before we all start biting our nails, let's remember the golden rule of the market: Past performance does not dictate future results. It's a bit like trying to predict tomorrow's lottery numbers based on last week's draw. Still, it's worth taking a peek at the S&P 500's month-on-month performance over the past 20 years. Notice how the second quarter seems to have a mind of its own? Still, even if the year's been a bit of a roller coaster ride, stock markets generally have a knack for dusting themselves off and getting back on track. Alright, let's broaden our horizons a bit and take a quick jaunt around the globe. The MSCI World Index, which keeps tabs on over 1,500 large and mid-sized stocks across 23 developed countries, has generally been a bit more of a tortoise compared to the S&P 500's hare during May. Since 1970 (which is as far back as our data goes), the index has risen 55% of the time in May. However, it's generally been less of a white-knuckle ride than the S&P 500. When the MSCI World Index does decide to rise in May, it tends to do so by a modest 2.3%. And when it takes a tumble? It usually dips by an average of 2.9%. But hold onto your hats because things can get a bit choppy. If the MSCI World Index has a down year but bounces back in the first quarter, May can be a bit of a tough customer. In this scenario, the index only manages to rise 37.5% of the time in May, with an average gain of 1.9%. And if there's a sell-off in May after a positive Q1? Well, the index usually drops by an average of 3.76%. So as we prepare for the May battles, let's remember that the MSCI World Index, like our friend the S&P 500, is a bit of a complex creature. It carries a lower volatility statistic, evident in its second quarter and full-year performances. Now, folks, we can look at these numbers all day, but let's remember what we're dealing with here. The stock market, in all its glory and terror, is a bit like a wild stallion. Unpredictable, sure, but also full of potential. Some months, like our fickle friend May, might give us a bit of a rough ride. But hey, isn't that part of the thrill? For now, hold on tight, and let's see where the ride takes us. After all, we're not in this for the predictability, are we? Now, wouldn't that be boring!?  Keep on keeping up!  John @ Traders on Trend  (In the next article: Feeling aggressive? 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