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The August stock-market slump is a myth — so why does Wall Street keep repeating it?
MarketWatchSaturday, July 25, 2026 at 2:59 PM
RedScroll Brief
More than 200 years of data show stocks typically gain in August, while market volatility sits well below average.
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What happened
More than 200 years of data show stocks typically gain in August, while market volatility sits well below average.
Why it matters
Corporate and market moves reprice risk and reveal where power and cash are concentrating.
Background
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Timeline
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Economic impact
Investors will watch earnings, rates, and competitive positioning connected to The August and Wall Street.
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