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The market ended the session on a positive note, with the VN-Index climbing 0.23% to 1,257.5, a gain of 2.83 points. In contrast, the HNX-Index dipped 0.21%, or 0.47 points, settling at 227.07. The market breadth tilted in favor of the bulls, with 452 tickers advancing against 284 declining stocks. The VN30 basket also witnessed a similar trend, as 14 stocks added value, 12 stocks retreated, and 4 remained unchanged, ending with a slightly bullish tilt.

The VN-Index witnessed a negative decline, with trading volume dipping below the 20-day average, indicating a return to cautious sentiment among investors. However, it's important to note that the index is currently resting on the Middle Bollinger Band. If, in the upcoming sessions, the index holds firm above this threshold and the MACD indicator continues to signal a buy, the situation may not be as pessimistic as it seems.

The VN-Index concluded a less-than-optimistic trading week, as it continued to lose points and dip below the Middle Bollinger Band. This downward trajectory is further exacerbated by a decline in trading volume, falling below the 20-week average, which indicates a limited flow of capital into the market. Adding to the bearish sentiment, the MACD indicator is poised to generate a sell signal as it narrows the gap with the Signal Line. Should this materialize in the coming period, the index's outlook would turn increasingly negative.

The VN-Index edged higher last week, with alternating sessions of gains and losses. While this indicates a cautious investor sentiment, with trading volume dipping below the 20-day average, it's the persistent net selling by foreign investors that paints a less optimistic picture for the market's short-term outlook.

The VN-Index rebounded after testing the middle Bollinger Band, with trading volumes remaining below the 20-day average. This indicates a continued lack of liquidity in the market. Currently, the Stochastic Oscillator indicates a sell signal, and if the MACD follows suit in upcoming sessions, the risk of a market correction will increase.

The VN-Index rebounded after testing the middle Bollinger Band, with trading volumes remaining below the 20-day average. This indicates a continued lack of liquidity in the market. Currently, the Stochastic Oscillator indicates a sell signal, and if the MACD follows suit in upcoming sessions, the risk of a market correction will increase.

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