Hello Copiers, Followers, and eTorians!
Here’s my portfolio update for October 2025. It was another strong month where my strategy outperformed 2 out of three of the major US indices, and outperformed the crypto Bitcoin and Ethereum, which closed in negative territory.
Performance Overview
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October: +4.20%
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Year-to-Date (YTD): +19.86%
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2024 Performance: +46.68%
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Risk Score: 5
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Active Copiers: 18
US Market Recap
US Market Recap-
S&P 500: +2.27%
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Dow Jones: +2.51%
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Nasdaq: +4.70%
Key Market Drivers
- Federal Reserve Rate Cut and Policy Signals: The Fed delivered a 25-basis-point rate cut on October 30, its first of the year, which initially boosted sentiment but was tempered by Chair Jerome Powell’s comments downplaying a December cut, leading to a late-month pullback. This move aligned with historical patterns where rate reductions have supported equities, contributing to the month’s upward trajectory.
- Robust Q3 Corporate Earnings: Strong earnings reports, particularly from Big Tech firms like Amazon (which surged to a record) and Apple, propelled the Nasdaq higher. S&P 500 profits rose 10% year-over-year, exceeding expectations and reinforcing investor confidence in AI-driven growth amid sector divergence.
- Cooler-Than-Expected Inflation Data: Mid-month CPI readings came in softer than anticipated, easing fears of persistent inflation and bolstering bets on further Fed easing. This data helped stocks rebound from early lows, adding to the month’s cheer.
- US Government Shutdown: The federal shutdown, which began on October 1 due to congressional gridlock over funding, disrupted economic data releases and heightened uncertainty, weighing on sentiment and contributing to volatility, though markets largely shrugged it off as negotiations dragged on.
- Trade Tensions and Geopolitical Volatility: President Trump’s October 10 threat of new tariffs on China triggered a 900-point Dow drop and a $2 trillion market value loss in one day, but optimism from subsequent US-China trade negotiation progress aided a quick recovery by month’s end.
Cryptocurrency Market
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Bitcoin (BTC): -3.90%
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Ethereum (ETH): –7.16%
Portfolio Snapshot
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36% Stocks
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41% ETFs
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14% Crypto
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9% Cash
My risk score is 5, excellent for managing long-term stability while achieving strong returns.
Outlook for November
My strategy remains unchanged: monitor markets daily, adjust positions strategically, and continue maximising returns while keeping a medium-risk profile.
Recommendations for Copiers
If you’re considering copying my portfolio, here’s how to make the most of it:
- Invest a minimum of $2,000: This ensures proper diversification and mirrors my portfolio effectively.
- Focus on the long term: Keep the copy open for an extended period to benefit from compounding and market recoveries.
- Starting smaller? Begin with a lower amount and add funds later to build your investment.
Now is still an excellent time to start copying my portfolio or to add more funds if you’re already a copier.
Goals for 2025
- Outperform the S&P 500: Aim for another year of market-leading performance.
- Maintain a medium risk score: Balance risk and reward effectively.
- Achieve Champion Popular Investor status: Grow and strengthen our investment community.
Thank You
I want to take this opportunity to thank all my copiers for your trust and support.
Get started now
If you haven’t started investing in my portfolio yet, now is a great time to join.
Simply create an eToro account using this link and visit my eToro profile to get started.
Warm regards,
Federica Montella