The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) took a sharp step back on Thursday, declining around 500 points at its lowest and falling away from record highs posted during the midweek market session.

Strong light-vehicle and transportation activity continue to support the U.S. economy, but the noise in vehicle sales and trucking suggests caution — unusually high growth in truck shipments and light vehicles often precede economic turning points.

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VIX continues to spike this morning, rising 9.2% so far on the day and putting in a notable higher-low on the daily chart. A close near the highs of the day could spell trouble for market bulls.

The current bull market is not near its end, with several years likely remaining before reaching typical cycle length and valuations.