The recent sharp selloff in the equity market, especially in semiconductor stocks, is driven by fears of a Democratic blue wave and potential AI regulations. Despite strong AI demand and corporate earnings, concerns about a halt in data center expansion could lead to economic growth shocks and job losses. The economy remains robust with low unemployment, good consumer sentiment, and lower oil prices supporting equities, while investors seek safety in Treasury bonds. The S&P 500's forward price-to-earnings ratio has dropped below historical averages, indicating an oversold market, prompting a strategy to buy tech dips and index ETFs while hedging with Treasuries and being cautious on credit markets due to widening spreads.
While the article discusses buying dips in tech and index ETFs amid economic concerns, the iShares 20 Plus Year Treasury Bond ETF (TLT) on Pluang holds steady at USD 81.92 as of Nov 09, 2026 19:41 WIB, showing no daily change. This price is closer to its 52-week low of USD 77.11 than its high of USD 90.82, highlighting a cautious stance in long-duration Treasuries despite the search for safety. The typical holding period on Pluang is 85 days, reflecting moderate investor engagement in this fixed income asset.
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