Author: Chris Johnson, Money Morning

In short, this rally has all the traits of a trap.

The bottom line? Prepare, don’t panic.

Until volume confirms, trendlines flip, and the Fed gets truly out of the way, the market remains vulnerable.

In short, those who missed the first leg now have a second chance.

Their strength in 2025 highlights just how valuable stability and consistency have become in a market increasingly dominated by volatility, geopolitical uncertainty, and fears of stagflation.