Buzzwords and the market

The Living Market Podcast

Mar 27 2024 • 4 mins

Strong language and buzzwords can have a significant impact on Wall Street, says IG Wealth Management’s Chief Investment Strategist, Philip Petursson. Just two or three impactful words per 1,000 in earnings calls can boost stock volume by almost 7%, while using more cautious language typically results in just a 2.3% uptick. However, Philip wonders, can tracking these buzzwords give us clues into future trends?