184: This Week in the SP500: Market Holding Strong Near Highs

184: This Week in the SP500: Market Holding Strong Near Highs

April 20, 2026 · 21 min · Season 1 · Episode 184

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Eric and Brian discuss the resilience of the S&P 500 amidst geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainties.

In this episode, Eric and Brian Terry break down a market that just won’t quit—despite geopolitical tension, rising oil, and a packed economic calendar. With the S&P 500 hovering near all-time highs, the conversation dives into positioning, risk management, and where the real opportunities might be right now. 🔗 Useful Links (Start Here) 🌐 Alpha Crunching: https://alphacrunching.com 🎧 Stock Market Options Trading Podcast: https://stockmarketoptionstrading.net 💬 Join the Discord Community: (included with Alpha Crunching subscription) 📊 Weekly TSE Report & Trade Setups: Available inside Alpha Crunching 📈 Episode Breakdown This week’s discussion centers around a tricky market environment—strong momentum on the surface, but plenty of uncertainty underneath. The market rallied over 4% last week and continues to hold near highs, even with rising oil and geopolitical concerns Key events this week include retail sales, PMI data, and a major appearance from the incoming Fed Chair Despite potential volatility, the market continues to show resilience, with dips getting bought quickly Eric shares how he’s navigating this environment: Sitting on higher cash levels after covered…

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