The podcast discusses stock market trends over the past 50 years, noting that historically October through May has averaged a 6.6% return while May through October has averaged 0.8%. While September is usually the worst month of the year, in 2013 the Dow Jones and S&P 500 both rose around 3%. The podcast warns against relying too heavily on historical patterns and predicts outcomes, saying these types of predictions are like a weather forecast and markets do not always follow the same patterns.

1. Mullooly Asset Management Podcast
October 7, 2013
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2. Past 50 Years
The “Halloween Indicator”
 October 31 through May 1 – Average return +6.6%
“Sell in May and go away”
 Average return +0.8%
So far in 2013
 May 1 through October 5 – S&P 500 +6.8%
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3. September
 Historically the worst calendar month each year
 Not really the case in 2013
September 2013
 Dow Jones: +2.6%
 S&P 500: +2.97%
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4. What’s Your Point?
 Don’t get sucked into things like:
- “This is historically what happens”
- “Typically, ______ is a good month for stocks”
 These are predictions (like a weather forecast)
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video represent past specific recommendations of Mullooly
Asset Management.
This video is NOT a recommendation to buy or sell any of the
securities mentioned here.
If you’re relying on a podcast for investment advice, you are
likely making a huge mistake.
We strongly urge our listeners to consult with their
investment advisor before they make a decision to buy or sell
any investment.
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