2026 could surprise a lot of people.
History has a way of repeating — not perfectly, but rhythmically. This old framework highlights how markets tend to rotate between panic, opportunity, and excess, often catching the majority off guard each time.
What stands out is that periods marked as “good times” rarely feel risky in the moment. Prices are high, confidence is strong, and participation peaks — usually right before conditions begin to change. By the time most people feel comfortable, the easy upside has often already passed.
If this cycle follows a similar pattern, 2026 may not be about obvious opportunity — it may be about mispriced confidence. The real edge comes from recognizing shifts early, not reacting late.
Markets don’t move to surprise everyone — they surprise those who stop paying attention.
