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Market Pulse snapshot for Friday, December 5, 2025 showing continued bullish breadth as December rally extends

Market Pulse: Friday, December 5, 2025

Week ends positively as breadth edges to 1.06 A/D ratio, volume stays bullish at 56.6%, VIX at 15.41 as December rally consolidates.

December 5, 2025

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Market Pulse snapshot for Thursday, December 4, 2025 showing balanced breadth with 1:1 advance-decline ratio

Market Pulse: Thursday, December 4, 2025

Markets find equilibrium as breadth settles to a coin-flip 1.01 A/D ratio while volume stays modestly bullish and the VIX slides into the mid-15s.

December 4, 2025

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Market Pulse snapshot for December 3, 2025 showing strong breadth recovery with 2:1 advance-decline ratio

Market Pulse: December 3, 2025

Breadth roars back as two-thirds of S&P 500 stocks advance on Day 3 of December, with volume confirming the shift and VIX falling to 16.

December 3, 2025

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Market Pulse snapshot for December 2, 2025 showing mixed breadth signals with volume tipping bullish

Market Pulse: December 2, 2025

Breadth improves but doesn't convince as volume tips bullish while advancing stocks still trail decliners on Day 2 of December.

December 2, 2025

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Market Pulse snapshot for December 1, 2025 showing mixed breadth signals as the new month begins

Market Pulse: December 1, 2025

December opens with decliners outpacing advancers 3-to-1, yet MA breadth and muted volatility suggest the trend remains intact.

December 1, 2025

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Market Pulse snapshot covering Black Friday shortened session and holiday market dynamics

Market Pulse: November 28, 2025

Black Friday's early close brought lighter volume but healthy breadth. Recent strong internals and muted volatility keep the outlook cautiously constructive.

November 28, 2025

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Educational chart displaying various market breadth indicators and their interpretation for investors

Market Education

Understanding Market Breadth: A Complete Guide for Investors

Learn how market breadth indicators measure stock market health beyond price indices and provide crucial insights for investment decisions.

November 28, 2025

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Market Pulse snapshot showing broad S&P 500 participation and calm volatility

Market Pulse: November 26, 2025

Broad participation persists as advancing stocks, up volume, and new highs keep outpacing declines while implied volatility stays calm ahead of catalysts.

November 26, 2025

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Market Pulse daily snapshot with breadth indicators and market momentum analysis

Market Pulse: November 25, 2025

Strong breadth dominates as advancing stocks outnumber decliners 85%, with heavy volume and low volatility signaling healthy market participation.

November 25, 2025

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Comparison chart showing debt avalanche versus debt snowball repayment strategies and their outcomes

Debt Management

Debt Avalanche vs. Snowball: Which Strategy is Right for You?

Compare the two most popular debt repayment strategies with real-world examples and find which approach fits your situation.

October 13, 2025

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Retirement portfolio withdrawal strategy analysis showing safe withdrawal rates and portfolio longevity projections

Retirement Planning

Safe Withdrawal Rates in Retirement: The 4% Rule and Beyond

Explore retirement withdrawal strategies and optimize your retirement income while preserving capital for the long term.

October 6, 2025

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Emergency fund savings progress tracker showing milestone goals and financial security building steps

5 Steps to Build an Emergency Fund That Actually Works

Master financial security with a practical guide to building and maintaining an emergency fund that protects you from uncertainties.

September 30, 2025

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