What makes markets continue to climb to record highs and why don't they crash anymore, is the simple answer R&D?
u/timeforknowledge ·
Reddit — r/stocks
· May 22, 2026 at 07:45
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The sole top comment attributes continued market highs to Fed money printing and passive 401k buying, which dampen dips.
Dominant sentiment is mildly bullish on market resilience, with no specific earnings or tickers discussed.
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[+6] u/reality_hijacker: Aside from Fed puts aka money printing, you also have passive investments. All those 401k funds automatically buying shares no matter the price, greatly dampens the effect of any dip that could trigger a crash.