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Bond gains amid high crude and inflation data hint at market caution as SMH hits 25-year low streak.

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19 Oct 2026
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Bond gains amid high crude and inflation data hint at market caution as SMH hits 25-year low streak.

Last week, the semiconductor ETF SMH closed down for its longest streak in 25 years, signaling potential broader market weakness. Despite this, bond prices (TLT) rose, possibly indicating a temporary bottom as earnings season begins. Inflation reports showed higher-than-expected prices, adding to market uncertainty. Investors should watch bond market reactions to falling stocks and rising inflation for clues on buying opportunities in the coming weeks.

The VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH) shows a strong rebound with a 1-day gain of 3.19% at USD 557.00 as of Oct 19, 2026 22:31 WIB, contrasting with the article's note of a recent downtrend. Meanwhile, the iShares 20 Plus Year Treasury Bond ETF (TLT) trades slightly lower at USD 79.62, down 0.54% on the day. This divergence in asset performance on Pluang highlights the complex market dynamics discussed in the article regarding bonds and stocks amid inflation concerns.

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