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These hidden forces are driving the runaway stock-market rally
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These hidden forces are driving the runaway stock-market rally

MarketWatch · May 17, 2026, 1:00 PM · Also reported by 4 other sources

Bullish options traders and heavy buying of leveraged ETFs are playing a role in the historic swing higher for stocks. They’re also being tested.

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