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Market Analysis & Watchlist 5.11.26

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Andrew O'Connell, CFA, FRM
May 11, 2026
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Hey Gang,

Volatility and price usually move in opposite directions. When spot prices rally, volatility typically declines. This is the standard behavior of the tape. But right now, the correlation has flipped. We are seeing a “spot up, vol up” regime. When volatility rallies alongside price, it signals a fundamental shift in market character. It’s time to lock in! Keep putting one foot in front of the other. HAGE 🍻

-Andrew

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Market Update 📊

  • IGV Software led in a tape of WEAK BREADTH 🔴

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