Fear, Gaps, and a Trap? Why the Market's Fall Might Not Be What It Seems

What should you know before the market opens

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On May 21st, the market looked like it finally cracked.

Interest rates were spiking. Yields climbed fast enough to shake confidence across asset classes, and the bond market started flashing signs of stress. As headlines rolled in, traders began asking the question no one wanted to say out loud:

“Are we heading back into a rate-driven selloff like we saw earlier this year?”

And then came another jolt.

Former President Trump reignited tariff concerns, targeting Apple-related products and even suggesting actions against Samsung. For tech-heavy names — and the Nasdaq in particular — this wasn’t just political theater. It was a direct hit to market sentiment.

Suddenly, it wasn’t just about rates. It was about uncertainty.

The Setup: A Market That Jumped Without Looking Back