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The upcoming peak of the El Niño cycle this December is shaping up to be one of the strongest events recorded in the modern climate record. For market participants who rely on data‑driven signals, the climatic shift promises both new sources of risk and fresh opportunities. This article explores the mechanisms linking El Ni o to asset prices, illustrates how to incorporate the forecast into models, and outlines concrete steps to adjust exposure before the season peaks. Climate Dynamics and Market Linkages El Niño is characterized by anomalously warm sea surface temperatures in the central Pacific, altering global atmospheric circulation. The altered patterns affect precipitation, temperature, and wind patterns across continents....