October 14, 2025

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Good morning! In today’s issue, we’ll dig into the latest market moves and highlight what they mean for investors right now. Along the way, you’ll find insights you can put to work immediately
— Ryan Rincon, Founder at The Wealth Wagon Inc.
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Stock Market Update

Equities kicked off the week on a highly positive note, reversing last week’s sharp declines.
Dow Jones: +1.29%
S&P 500: +1.56%
Nasdaq: +2.21%
Russell 2000: +2.79%
VIX (Volatility Index): –12.14%, signaling a return to calm after last week’s fear spike.
Tech led the charge: Broadcom (+9.88%), Micron (+6.15%), and Tesla (+5.42%) were standouts, supported by renewed optimism in the semiconductor and EV sectors. Oracle (+5.14%) also impressed, driven by cloud revenue growth.
Meanwhile, defensive names like Coca-Cola and Pfizer saw slight declines as investors rotated back into growth.
🎯 Takeaway: Today’s rally suggests strong dip-buying behavior, but with earnings season approaching, traders should remain nimble. Watch for corporate guidance updates later this week as key catalysts for momentum.
Crypto Update

Crypto markets began the week on a modest rebound following last week’s heavy selloff. Bitcoin edged up +0.17% to $114,482, while Ethereum climbed +0.58% to $4,146. Altcoins such as Solana (+0.77%) and Cardano (+3.82%) also saw mild recoveries, signaling a return of cautious optimism.
Despite the bounce, overall sentiment remains neutral as traders await key macroeconomic data later this week. Institutional players are still active in Bitcoin ETF inflows, but liquidity in smaller tokens remains thin.
🪙 Key Note: Stability at these levels could indicate short-term consolidation. For long-term investors, dollar-cost averaging remains one of the most reliable ways to build exposure during uncertain cycles.
Real Estate Update

The real estate market started the week with a cautious tone as mortgage rates held steady near multi-decade highs, hovering just below 8%. However, builder sentiment improved slightly, driven by optimism that rates may have peaked for the year. The National Association of Home Builders reported an uptick in buyer traffic for new constructions in affordable housing segments.
Commercial real estate remained mixed: retail and industrial spaces continue to draw investor interest, while office demand stays soft in major cities.
💡 Tip: If you’re evaluating property investments this fall, focus on markets with strong job growth and population inflows—think Sun Belt metros like Austin, Tampa, and Raleigh—where rental yields continue to outpace the national average.
Resource Update

Commodity markets strengthened across the board today:
Gold: $4,133.80 (+2.4%)
Silver: $52.10 (+3.29%)
Platinum: $1,677.30 (+4.2%)
Palladium: $1,528.80 (+5.21%)
WTI Crude: $59.49 (+1.00%)
Brent Crude: $63.38 (+1.04%)
Natural Gas: $3.12 (+0.39%)
The precious metals surge came as investors sought a balance between participating in today’s equity rally and hedging against lingering inflation pressures. Meanwhile, energy prices climbed modestly as OPEC+ reaffirmed production discipline despite global demand concerns.
💬 Insight: The simultaneous rise in both equities and commodities suggests that markets are pricing in a “soft landing” scenario—a sign of confidence that growth can persist without reigniting inflation.
That’s All For Today
I hope you enjoyed today’s issue of The Wealth Wagon. If you have any questions regarding today’s issue or future issues feel free to reply to this email and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Come back tomorrow for another market update, and snapshot. I hope to see you. 🤙
— Ryan Rincon, CEO and Founder at The Wealth Wagon Inc.
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