U.S. stock market historically begins a sluggish period in August, with sales peaking in mid-September, according to analysts at Bank of America. This seasonal slowdown has traditionally been followed by a robust fourth quarter. This year, in addition to the usual seasonal uptick, experts predict a "pre-election pump" driven by former President Donald Trump’s influence, potentially benefiting U.S. equities and cryptocurrencies.
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