October Can Be a Tough Month for the Stock Market. 3 Portfolio Moves to Make.
1. BofA forecasts S&P 500 EPS growth of 11% in 2025 and 10% in 2026. 2. Industrials, financials, and materials are projected to outperform in Q4. 3. The VIX is at 15.3, making put options relatively cheap. 4. Investors should prepare for potential volatility in October. 5. Broadening EPS growth may not translate to stellar index returns.