August Ending, Volatility Controlled Funds, and the Market

Volatility is the key to market movement. At least for now.

As we approach the end of August, the stock market is likely to experience some neutral or positive action. This is due to end-of-month window dressing, a phenomenon in which institutional investors buy stocks to improve the appearance of their portfolios.

However, there is another factor that is also playing a role in the market's direction: volatility controlled funds.