Why the Stock Market Could Care Less About a Shutdown—and Whether It Should

1. VIX remains low, stocks near record highs despite government shutdown fears. 2. Weaker job market suggests potential Federal Reserve rate cuts this month. 3. Analysts forecast nearly 8% year-over-year profit growth for S&P 500. 4. MU and similar stocks benefit from current positive investor sentiment. 5. Short government shutdowns have historically not rattled markets significantly.