The Biggest Investing Mistake Right Now: Ignoring Global Markets

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For over 20 years, U.S. stock markets—led by the S&P 500—have dominated global investing returns. But is that era starting to change? In this video, Keith Richards, President & Chief Portfolio Manager of ValueTrend Wealth Management, analyzes whether investors should avoid U.S. stocks right now and consider greater global diversification. Using relative strength analysis, long-term trend comparisons, and accumulation/distribution (money flow) indicators, we examine whether global stock markets are quietly gaining strength versus the U.S. market. Markets analyzed in this video include: S&P 500 vs MSCI World Index Developed markets outside North America Pacific markets (including Japan) Emerging markets (China, Brazil, Mexico, Indonesia & more) Canada’s TSX vs U.S. stocks You’ll see how relative performance trends and money flow indicators are shifting across international stocks, emerging markets, and developed global equities, and why institutional money appears to be rotating outside the U.S. for the first time in decades. Key questions we answer: Is U.S. stock market dominance ending or just pausing? Are global and emerging markets outperforming the S&P 500? What does rising accumulation/distribution tell us about smart money? Should investors diversify away from U.S.-only portfolios? Is this a short-term blip or the start of a long-term global trend? While it may be too early to declare the end of U.S. market leadership, the data suggests investors may need to rebalance portfolios and increase exposure to global equities as the performance gap between U.S. and international markets narrows. If you want to understand where smart money is flowing, how to spot early trend changes, and how to position your portfolio for global stock market rotation, this video provides the technical evidence and market context you need. 0:00 – Should Investors Avoid U.S. Stocks Right Now? 0:54 – Why U.S. Markets Have Dominated Global Stocks for 20+ Years 1:13 – S&P 500 vs MSCI World Index: The Rise of U.S. Dominance 1:45 – How This Global Market Comparison Will Work 2:23 – MSCI World Index vs S&P 500: Early Signs of Change 3:21 – Understanding Relative Strength & Accumulation/Distribution 5:02 – Money Flow Into Global Markets Is Accelerating 5:52 – Developed Markets Outside North America Are Breaking Out 6:47 – Pacific Markets (Japan & Asia): A Major Shift 7:33 – Emerging Markets Surge: Smart Money Is Moving In 8:44 – Canada’s TSX vs U.S. Stocks: A Surprising Outperformer 9:52 – Why Money Is Flowing Aggressively Into the TSX 10:24 – Are Global Markets Starting to Outperform U.S. Stocks? 10:56 – Is U.S. Stock Market Dominance Really Ending? 11:08 – Portfolio Strategy: Why Global Diversification Now Matters 11:28 – Final Thoughts: What This Means for Investors I am not affiliated with any financial advisers or services promoted in the comments section of this video. Unfortunately, scammers often post fake recommendations or links pretending to offer financial advice. Please DO NOT engage with these accounts, click on their links, or provide them with any personal information. Always verify any financial advice with a trusted, licensed professional. Unlock the power of technical analysis and elevate your trading— enroll in our course today and start making smarter investment decisions! https://technical-analysis.valuetrend.ca/ Ready to master technical analysis and thrive in uncertain markets? Get your copy of Sideways today and start navigating market volatility with confidence! https://a.co/d/cUFCm1m Want to outsmart the crowd and make smarter investment choices? Grab your copy of SMART MONEY, DUMB MONEY now and learn how to profit by going against the grain! https://a.co/d/ieXH59C Stay ahead of the market trends with our sector analysis and make informed decisions based on historical data and future projections by subscribing to our blog. https://www.valuetrend.ca/blog/ Don't forget to check out our latest performance numbers and see how the ValueTrend Equity Platform can help you preserve capital during market corrections. https://www.valuetrend.ca/equity-plat... 🌐 Connect With Us: [ValueTrend](https://www.valuetrend.ca/) 📧 Contact Us: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) #StockMarket #2026 #Investing #BuyTheDip #TechnicalAnalysis #S&P500 #TSX #FedPolicy #ValueInvesting #WealthManagement #MarketCorrection #Contrarian #PortfolioStrategy #CashIsKing #SmartMoney