# The S&P 500 is masking a market pullback. Why Morgan Stanley says a retreat by the index would signal a buying opportunity.

- Source: MarketWatch
- Published: 2026-10-19T10:23:00+00:00
- Category: Markets
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Since midsummer portfolio managers have been emphasizing free cash flow, profitability, high margins, strong balance sheets and stable earnings when stockpicking.

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