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The S&P 500 is nearing a positive level — and the options market suggests a surge is likely

MarketWatch · August 27, 2026 at 5:31 PM

The S&P 500 is nearing a positive level — and the options market suggests a surge is likely

Options bets and volatility are sending buy signals, which sets up the stock market for a potential upside breakout.

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The S&P 500 is nearing a positive level — and the options market suggests a surge is likely

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