October 7, 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

The U.S. equity market ended mixed today, but with a positive tilt toward growth and tech.
Indexes:
Dow Jones: 46,694 (-0.14%)
S&P 500: +0.36%
Nasdaq: +0.71%
Russell 2000: +0.41%
VIX (Volatility Index): -1.68% — showing calmer investor sentiment
Notable Movers:
Tesla (TSLA): +5.45% on strong delivery expectations and renewed EV optimism.
Oracle (ORCL): +1.96% amid positive enterprise software outlook.
Opendoor (OPEN): +14.5%, a massive jump likely tied to improving real estate data sentiment.
Amazon (AMZN): +0.63%, holding strong after weeks of consolidation.
Meta (META): +0.72% as advertising recovery continues.
Losers: AT&T (-4.4%) and Pfizer (-3.4%) dragged on defensive sectors.
Market Take: With the Nasdaq leading and the VIX declining, investors appear more comfortable with risk as earnings season approaches. Expect near-term volatility but an overall bias toward growth-oriented sectors like tech and energy.
Crypto Update

Crypto markets held steady today, with Ethereum and BNB leading modest gains while Bitcoin hovered near record territory.
Bitcoin (BTC): $125,054 (-0.16%) — Slight pullback but holding strong after a week of steady gains.
Ethereum (ETH): $4,685 (+4.0%) — The standout of the day, driven by renewed optimism in decentralized finance (DeFi) and scaling solutions.
BNB: $1,226 (+0.37%) — Steady growth, reflecting confidence in the Binance ecosystem.
Solana (SOL): $233, unchanged, but still up 9%+ on the week.
Market Context: Crypto’s resilience today mirrors investor optimism in tech and risk assets. The ETH rally suggests growing developer activity and strong liquidity returning to DeFi platforms.
Quick Note: For traders, the current environment favors holding over chasing. Use pullbacks like BTC’s mild dip to add to long-term positions gradually.
Real Estate Update

Several metro markets—particularly in the Southeast and Midwest—are showing modest inventory increases, hinting that sellers are adjusting to new pricing realities.
Meanwhile, commercial real estate is slowly adapting to post-pandemic dynamics. Office conversions and mixed-use developments are gaining traction in major cities, as investors look for innovative ways to revive underutilized spaces.
Investor Tip: For those exploring property investment, consider regions with stable job growth and positive migration trends. Markets like Texas, Florida, and North Carolina continue to attract both residential and commercial opportunities, even amid higher financing costs.
Resource Update

Energy and metals closed broadly higher today as investors repositioned ahead of global supply updates.
Oil:
WTI Crude: $61.69 (+1.33%)
Brent Crude: $65.51 (+1.52%)
Natural Gas: $3.36 (+0.99%)
Strong energy demand and expectations of OPEC+ output restraint supported today’s rally.
Metals:
Gold: $3,979 (+1.91%)
Silver: $48.80 (+1.07%)
Platinum: $1,638 (+1.04%)
Palladium: $1,359 (+4.73%)
Insight: Gold and palladium led the charge as investors rotated toward hard assets, balancing inflation concerns and a potential pullback in Treasury yields. The metals market’s strength today reinforces the idea that diversification into tangible assets remains a powerful portfolio hedge.
Other Investments
Tip of the Day:
If you’re exploring alternative investments, focus on liquidity and transparency. Private assets can enhance returns, but knowing your exit options—and fees—is just as crucial as the expected yield.
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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