Why classic bear market signals are quietly reappearing in 2026
Yahoo Finance
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January 29, 2026 at 01:15 AM UTC
Bearish
95% Confidence
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Key Points
- Highlights a 'three-year rule' in market cycles, suggesting 2026 could be vulnerable after strong rallies in 2023 and potential melt-up in 2024-2025.
- Predicts a market 'melt-up' in the near term (2024-2025) fueled by AI enthusiasm and liquidity, preceding a significant downturn.
- Points to classic bear market signals like the inverted yield curve and historical market cycle patterns as indicators for a potential 2026 bear market.
AI Summary
The video discusses the reappearance of classic bear market signals, particularly focusing on a 'three-year rule' where the third year after a market bottom often sees a strong rally, followed by potential challenges. It predicts a market 'melt-up' in 2024-2025, driven by AI and liquidity, but warns of a significant correction or bear market emerging in 2026 based on historical patterns and indicators like the inverted yield curve.
Model Analysis Breakdown
| Model | Sentiment | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Gemini 2.5 Flash | Bearish | 95% |
| Consensus | Bearish | 95% |