Despite the pullback, optimism is above its historical average for the sixth consecutive week and the seventh out of the past eight weeks.

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Despite the dip, optimism that stock prices will rise stayed above its historical average of 39% for the 19th consecutive week, matching the streak set in the second half of 2004.

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However, despite the optimism and indications of a rebound, China still faces potential hurdles that could derail its recovery, not least from ongoing issues surrounding its key trading partners.

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This heavy-handed optimism and skew toward overhead call open interest indicates that investors expect MGM to rally despite its poor technical picture.

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As the bailout vote loomed, Wall Street gained ground on optimism about its likely passage, as well as a surprise Wachovia deal in the making, all despite further signs of fundamental economic weakness.

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