Good News Sparks a Santa Claus Rally

Markets looked weak… then one thing changed: stocks started reacting well to good news again. In this episode, Matt Caruso and Jason Shapiro break down the AI-led reversal, why Micron’s reaction mattered, and how to manage risk when a move starts in after-hours and confirms the next day.They also compare two very different approaches:Matt’s “news + momentum” playbook (build size as the market confirms it)Jason’s “news failure / turnpicking” playbook (fade crowded trades when the market rejects the story)Plus: why the current backdrop (AI + liquidity + rate cuts) may be one of the most bullish setups we’ve seen—and why you still need the market to confirm your thesis before leaning in.Key topics covered:What a market “tone change” looks like in real timeHow to trade a news-driven move without getting chopped upRelative strength: why leaders matter most during drawdownsWhy seasonal/tax narratives rarely produce edgeWhat Jason watches next (positioning/COT + market reaction)Subscribe for weekly, unfiltered market conversations.