"Sell in May" Stock Market Adage Under Scrutiny

Financial analysts are re-examining the traditional "Sell in May" stock market adage, with some suggesting it holds little predictive power and is largely based on luck. Others speculate that under certain political conditions, the market could see summertime gains.

30 Apr, 12:16 — 30 Apr, 13:43

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Why this matters

The "Sell in May" adage is a widely recognized piece of market folklore that influences some investors' decisions. Understanding its historical validity and current relevance can help investors make more informed choices about their portfolios, especially given changing economic and political landscapes.

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What sources agree on

The "Sell in May and go away" adage refers to a historically poor six-month period for the stock market starting in May.
The adage suggests investors should sell stocks in May and re-enter the market later in the year.

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The upcoming six-month period has historically been a bad stretch for the stock market.

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The market could be poised for summertime gains under Trump.

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Deutsche Bank finds the "Sell in May" adage is based on little more than luck.

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Where they diverge

Validity and future applicability of the "Sell in May" adage

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The adage might not hold true this year, with potential for summertime gains, especially under a Trump presidency.

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The adage is largely based on luck and lacks significant predictive power, according to Deutsche Bank's analysis.

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The potential impact of a Trump presidency on summertime market performance

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Deutsche Bank's specific analysis and findings regarding the "Sell in May" adage

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cnbcMostly Factual102d ago

Forget 'Sell in May.' Under Trump, market could be poised for summertime gains

The upcoming six-month period has historically been such a bad stretch for the stock market that Wall Street has an adage for it: “Sell in May and go away.”

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YahooMostly Factual102d ago

Deutsche Bank puts Sell in May back on trial. And finds it guilty of little more than luck

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First report: Yahoo · 30 Apr, 12:16|Full coverage: 2 · 1h|Window: 1h

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Yahoo30 Apr, 12:16First to report

Deutsche Bank puts Sell in May back on trial. And finds it guilty of little more than luck

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cnbc30 Apr, 13:43Latest update

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"Sell in May" Stock Market Adage Under Scrutiny

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Forget 'Sell in May.' Under Trump, market could be poised for summertime gains

Deutsche Bank puts Sell in May back on trial. And finds it guilty of little more than luck

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Deutsche Bank puts Sell in May back on trial. And finds it guilty of little more than luck

Forget 'Sell in May.' Under Trump, market could be poised for summertime gains

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